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Mike Waltz and Cuba's Foreign Minister Exchange Shouts During UN Embargo Debate

A heated confrontation between U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz and Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla forced the UN General Assembly to suspend proceedings during debate over Cuba's embargo.

Latin Times · 19h ago

'You Are a Liar!': Cuban Foreign Minister Confronts Trump Envoy Mike Waltz in Fiery UN Shouting Match

At the UN, Cuba's Bruno Rodríguez confronted US ambassador Mike Waltz after he displayed alleged photos of Fidel Castro wearing Rolex watches during an embargo debate.

International Business Times UK · Oct 28

Rubio's CIA Pitch to Cuba Raises the Stakes in Washington's Pressure Campaign

Secretary of State Marco Rubio publicly urged Cuban civilians to work discreetly with the CIA, hours after President Trump renewed military threats against Havana, intensifying U.S. pressure on Cuba.

Latin Times · Oct 24

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Maria Elvira Salazar's Fidel Castro Interview Resurfaces as Early Voting Begins in Florida

A decades-old interview between Republican Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar and former Cuban leader Fidel Castro has returned to the political spotlight just as Florida voters begin casting early ballots in one of Miami's most closely watched congressional races.

Latin Times · Oct 20

The backstory: When Che Guevara failed to bring revolution to Bolivia after Cuba

“I know you are here to kill me. Shoot, you are only going to kill a man.”

The Times of India · Oct 8

Why Trillionaires Will Be Good for America

The problem isn't how rich someone is. It's how they got it.

Reason · Oct 7

Why Solomon Islands PM had to apologise to Albanese

Anthony Albanese has met with his Pacific counterpart for the third time in almost as many months on the sidelines of the UN.

AAP · Sep 21

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Blackouts, fuel shortages and empty taps: How Cuba’s energy crisis is disrupting daily life

Cuba faces a severe crisis with prolonged power outages and fuel shortages affecting daily life. Water supplies are increasingly unstable, creating significant health risks for citizens. United States energy pressure on Cuba has intensified, impacting vital import companies. This situation stems from a long-standing dispute between Washington and Havana since…

The Times of India · Sep 9

Raúl Castro Is Reportedly Stable After a Stroke: What That Means for Cuba and Miami

Raúl Castro is hospitalized and reportedly stable after a stroke. Miami's Cuban exiles react — split between vindication and doubt.

Latin Times · Sep 4

Donald Trump expands Cuba crackdown as island’s economy plunges deeper into crisis

The Trump administration is increasing economic penalties on Cuban industries. New sanctions target mining, metal, and construction companies, and friendship organizations. Americans visiting Cuba face stricter enforcement of laws barring dealings with state-owned businesses. This action follows recent detentions of citizens returning from Cuba. These measures aim to further isolate…

The Economic Times · Aug 21

Trump ramps up Cuba pressure with new sanctions and crackdown on US visitors

The Treasury and State departments announced measures against nine government-run mining, metal and construction firms

The Independent UK · Aug 20

Cuba's ex-president Raul Castro makes rare public appearance after US indictment

Cuba's Raul Castro made a rare public appearance Thursday at a celebration marking the centenary of his brother Fidel's birth. The 95-year-old former president, who was indicted by the US in May over an incident during his tenure as defence minister, received a standing ovation at the secure event in…

France 24 · Aug 13

Indicted Raul Castro reappears after months out of public view

HAVANA - US-indicted Cuban leader Raul Castro received a standing ovation as he appeared in public for the first time in months Thursday, attending an event in Havana to mark the centenary of his brother Fidel's birth.

Bangkok Post · Aug 13

Fidel Castro’s divisive legacy looms over crisis-hit Cuba as nation marks his 100th birthday

Cuba has marked Fidel Castro’s 100th birthday with a series of events this week

The Independent UK · Aug 13

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Latin Times · Aug 12

Cuba Says Its Reforms Aren't Capitalism. The Paperwork Tells a Different Story.

Cuba's president denies his reforms mean capitalism. We fact-checked the claims — private banks, shareholders, and a hidden military conglomerate.

Bangkok Post · Aug 12

Cuba celebrates Castro's 100th as his revolution faces its toughest test

HAVANA - As Cuba marks 100 years since Fidel Castro's birth, Cubans are questioning the promises of the socialist revolution he led for nearly half a century, and asking whether his successors are up to the job.

Texas Observer · Aug 6

Cuba’s Government Is in Trump’s Crosshairs, but Political Dissidents Find No Refuge Here

As the president has mulled invading the island and imposed harsh sanctions, old legal pathways have closed while asylum denial rates for Cubans are near 80 percent.

The Times of India · Aug 3

From hospital ward to spotlight: These celebrities were practising doctors before they became famous

Many doctors have pursued alternative careers, finding success in creative fields. Michael Crichton became a renowned author and screenwriter after medical school. Ken Jeong transitioned from internal medicine to a popular acting career. Khaled Hosseini became a best-selling author after practicing medicine. Che Guevara and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle also…

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The Independent UK · Jul 29

Ted Cruz warns against billionaire presidents: ‘They steal and rob from those they govern’

Texas senator fails to see the wood for the trees as he attacks robber baron political leaders out to enrich themselves

The Economic Times · Jul 29

US Secretary of State Rubio's obsession with Cuba is part of his American dream

Championing a 'maximum pressure' strategy on Cuba, Secretary of State Marco Rubio reveals a personal and professional commitment to the cause. The United States has ramped up sanctions and economic blockades against the country. Rubio highlights the Cuban government's failures and mismanagement while voicing his hope for an improved future…

International Business Times UK · Jul 20

US State Department Accuses Cuba of Waging a 'Revolution Against Western Civilisation Itself' in 100-Page Report

A US State Department report accuses Cuba of a long-term campaign to infiltrate American institutions, support left-wing militancy, and wage a 'revolution against Western civilisation.'

The Conversation · Jul 13

Cuba’s future remains in limbo while Trump’s unpredictable foreign policy offers no clear path forward

As I consider the dire economic and political turning point my home country of Cuba is facing today, the words of Cuban singer Willy Chirino’s “Nuestro día ya viene llegando (Our day is coming)” come to mind like they did in the 1990s:

The Conversation · Jul 9

‘We are waiting for the Americans to save us’ – in crisis, Cubans have given up on reform from within

When I first visited Cuba, the island was recovering from a severe economic crisis. It was 1996, and the collapse of the Soviet Union had ushered in a prolonged period of deprivation and hardship.

International Business Times UK · Jul 3

Empty Shelves and Silent Streets, Inside Havana's Struggle Between Survival and Defiance

Havana residents are adapting their daily lives around severe power outages, with blackouts dictating routines. Cuba blames US sanctions, while citizens face ongoing shortages and uncertainty.

Reason · Jun 26

Don't Let Sanctions Strangle Cuba's Transition To Markets

If the promised Cuban economic reforms are for real, the U.S. should step out of the way.

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