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Veterans mark the 65th anniversary of the Bay of Pigs Invasion with a new museum in Miami

Manuel Portuondo was a teenager when his family fled Cuba for Miami in 1960

The Independent UK

Cubans living abroad now hold the key to their country’s uncertain future

Since the early days of Cuba’s 1950s revolution – which overthrew the US-backed dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista and replaced it with a socialist government led by Fidel Castro – the Cuban diaspora have played a large role in determining the island nation’s economic and political landscape.

The Conversation

Fidel Castro's Grandson Claims 'The Majority Of Cubans Want To Be Capitalist, Not Communist'

Sandro Castro, grandson of Fidel Castro, criticized aspects of the Cuban regime as the Trump administration continues to put pressure on the island to achieve structural changes.

Latin Times

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Experts Say 'Family Dynasty' Is Seeking to Survive as New Castro Figure Emerges in US Talks

A relatively little-known member of Cuba's ruling family has emerged as a key figure in quiet contacts with Washington, prompting analysts to argue that a "family dynasty" is maneuvering to preserve its influence.

Latin Times

Trump’s ‘Venezuela solution’ to Cuba would see the island nation returned to a client state

The U.S. and Cuban governments have been at odds since the conclusion of the Cuban Revolution 67 years ago. Yet despite pressure, embargoes and various CIA plots, the communist government in Havana has resisted the wishes of its very powerful neighbor separated by just 90 miles (145 kilometers) of water.

The Conversation

Pierre Poilievre shuts down Trump's Canada 51st state joke on Joe Rogan show; says Alberta will never separate

Canada's Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre appeared on the latest episode of the Joe Rogan Podcast and spoke about tariff, Prime Minister Mark Carney, and conspiracy theories that former PM Justin Trudeau was Fidel Castro's son. He also shot down President Donald Trump's suggestion that Canada should become the 51st state…

The Times of India

As Trump Talks of 'Taking Cuba,' Real Change Requires More Than Replacing Its Leader

Unrest is rising in Cuba as the country runs out of oil under a U.S. blockade.

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Less Than a Quarter Of Americans Support The Trump Admin Using Force To Achieve Regime Change In Cuba, Poll Shows

Less than a quarter of Americans support the Trump administration using force to achieve regime change in Cuba, according to a new poll.

Latin Times

The New York Times Goes Against Marco Rubio's Rejection Of Cuba Power Shakeup Report: 'Received No Disagreement'

The New York Times replied to Secretary of State Marco Rubio over his rejection of a recent report claiming the Trump administration was seeking the removal of Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel as part of negotiations to open up the island's economy.

International Business Times

Marco Rubio Rejects Report Claiming Trump Admin Is Seeking Ouster Of Cuban President: 'Continue To Rely On Charlatans & Liars'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejected a report claiming that the Trump administration is seeking the ouster of Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel as part of negotiations to open up the island's economy.

Latin Times

Cuban President Taunts Trump Admin Amid Reports Of Plans To Put Island Under Its Tutelage: 'Will Crash'

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel taunted the Trump administration amid reports of plans to put the island under its tutelage.

Latin Times

Why Trump's Cuba takeover plans could see a Castro return as ruler

Relatives of the late Cuban leader are among those tipped to rule Cuba if Trump topples the current leader.

Axios

GOP Rep. Says There Should Be Political Change In Cuba Before Exiles Consider Investing There: 'Insane'

Republican Rep. Carlos Gimenez said there should be political change in Cuba before exiles consider investing in the island.

Latin Times

Trump Administration Reportedly Seeking The Removal Of Cuban President To Allow The Havana Regime To Remain In Power

The Trump administration is reportedly seeking the removal of Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel as part of its push for reforms in the island, according to a new report.

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U.S. Families Seek Compensation for Up To $9 Billion From Castro-Era Seizures amid Potential Opening Of Cuban Economy

Nearly 6,000 U.S. individuals and companies are seeking compensation for Cuban property confiscated after Fidel Castro's 1959 revolution, with certified claims now estimated at about $9 billion including interest.

The Conversation

Ali Khamenei’s killing continues long US tradition of letting others pull the trigger

The US and Israel assassinated Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a joint operation in late February. In a post on social media, Donald Trump boasted that Khamenei was “unable to avoid our Intelligence and Highly Sophisticated Tracking Systems”. Trump added that “there was not a thing he, or…

The Times of India

'May or may not be a friendly takeover': Trump issues stark warning to Cuba

US President Donald Trump has warned Cuba of a potential "not friendly takeover" of its government, contingent on a deal with the United States. He highlighted the island's severe economic and humanitarian crisis, stating it's "running on fumes" due to dwindling resources and the loss of Venezuelan support. Discussions are…

Reason

Regime Change in Cuba: 'Just a Matter of Time'

Trump and other D.C. interventionists feel like they're on a roll.

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Does regime change ever work? History tells us long-term consequences are often disastrous

The latest US-Israeli bombings in Iran differ from last year’s, because one of the stated aims this time is regime change.

The Guardian - UK

‘Adventurism has had its day’: speedboat shootout leaves Miami’s exiled Cubans bewildered

Few clues over how 10 heavily armed men intercepted on stolen speedboat came together from across Florida or what they hoped to achieve

The Independent UK

Deaths on a boat off Cuba spotlight Florida anti-government groups

A fatal shooting on a boat traveling to Cuba is bringing fresh attention to a deep-rooted movement in Florida against the island’s government

The Guardian - UK

Trump suggests US could carry out ‘friendly takeover’ of Cuba

As tensions between two countries reach new highs, US president says regime is ‘talking with us’

The Conversation

Cuba’s speedboat shootout recalls long history of exile groups engaged in covert ops aimed at regime change

A boat carrying 10 heavily armed men entered Cuban territorial waters on Feb. 25, 2026, intent, according to officials in Havana, on infiltrating the island nation and undermining the communist government through acts of sabotage and terrorism. When the men opened fire on an approaching Cuban Border Guard patrol boat,…

Evening Standard

Cuban troops 'kill four' in shootout with US-registered speedboat - everything we know

Cuba says the group came from the US dressed in camouflage and armed with assault rifles, handguns, homemade explosives, ballistic vests and telescopic sights

The Conversation

Cuba has survived 66 years of US-led embargoes. Will Trump’s blockade break it now?

After toppling Venezuela’s leader earlier this year, the Trump administration has turned its sights on Cuba. The near-total blockade of the island is now posing the greatest challenge to the government since the Cuban missile crisis in 1962.

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