Cuban Exiles in Miami Criticized for Intolerance
An article discusses how many Cubans in the USA mirror the same intolerance and contempt they have criticized in the Cuban government for decades.
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An article discusses how many Cubans in the USA mirror the same intolerance and contempt they have criticized in the Cuban government for decades.

Facing economic challenges, the Cuban government is signaling its openness to foreign investment, including the possibility of an Arab investor developing the area known as 'Trump Island'. This marks a shift in Havana's approach to foreign capital.

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel stated that his government will continue to defend socialism, even as it implements 176 measures that open the island to market forces and aim to end egalitarianism.

The Supreme Court has sided with Exxon, allowing the company to sue Cuba over assets that were confiscated by the Cuban government. This ruling opens the door for Exxon to pursue legal action regarding its seized properties.

The Cuban government, led by Díaz Canel, has reversed its price cap policy, admitting that the measures failed to control inflation and led to product shortages.

Cuba is set to facilitate greater private fuel imports from the USA, following a historic agreement in May 2026 where US-based Vanguard Energy finalized a deal to lease storage facilities from the Cuban government.

American intelligence reports regarding a drone threat originating from Cuba are reportedly being used to increase pressure on the Cuban government, alongside an indictment against Raúl Castro.

Cuba issued a strong warning against potential US military intervention, stating it would lead to 'bloodshed.' The Cuban government also condemned recent US sanctions, accusing Washington of fabricating a pretext for military action.

The United States is reportedly preparing an indictment against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro, coinciding with an unusual and historic visit by the CIA director to Cuba. This diplomatic activity occurs amidst a severe crisis on the island, including fuel shortages.

An individual has published a letter to the Cuban government, following in their father's footsteps, and reflecting on decades of research into the history of Cuba and the USA. The piece explores personal and historical perspectives on the relationship.
Former US President Trump has expanded sanctions targeting the Cuban government and its affiliates.
Former President Donald Trump has announced an expansion of US sanctions targeting the Cuban government and its affiliated entities.

The Cuban government's decision to print new 2,000- and 5,000-peso bills amidst unabated inflation has sparked controversy regarding the faces depicted on the banknotes.

The Cuban government has commenced the release of more than 2,000 prisoners, an initiative announced earlier this week.

The Cuban government has stated there are no discussions regarding regime change, in response to perceived interests from the Trump administration.

Cuba has begun restoring power to vital centers following a second nationwide blackout within a week, with the Cuban government denouncing the "energy asphyxia" imposed by the American embargo.

The Cuban government has rejected a request from the US Embassy in Havana to import diesel for its generators, citing a nationwide fuel shortage exacerbated by the Trump administration's blockade.
Costa Rica has ordered the closure of the Cuban embassy, a move that Cuba attributes to pressure from the United States.

Russia has expressed serious concern over escalating tensions surrounding Cuba and reaffirmed its unwavering solidarity with the Cuban government and people, without directly mentioning the US.
The Cuban government reported that a group of people in Morón, approximately 500 kilometers east of Havana, threw stones at a Communist Party building, removed furniture, and set it on fire during protests.

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel announced that the Cuban government has held discussions with the United States to identify and resolve bilateral problems based on their severity and impact.

The Cuban government announced the death of a fifth injured person from what it describes as an attempted infiltration by armed individuals on a speedboat registered in Florida, intercepted in late February.
The Cuban government announced that ten armed Cubans living in the US, attempting to infiltrate the island via speedboat, were killed after opening fire on Cuban soldiers.
Cuba's government says the 10 people on a Florida-registered boat that opened fire on its soldiers were terrorists trying to infiltrate the island. The country says its forces killed four people.

The Cuban government denounced an attempt by an armed group with 'terrorist purposes' to 'infiltrate' the country by sea from the US.

Cuban forces have killed four people and wounded six others aboard a Florida-based speedboat that entered Cuban waters and opened fire on a Cuban patrol, the Cuban government said at a time of heightened tensions with the United States.

The Trump administration has established a secret CIA task force aimed at creating divisions within the Cuban government. This move is part of increased pressure on Cuba, alongside a ban on 'birth tourism' that affects foreign parents seeking visas.
The Cuban government has authorized private businesses, self-employed individuals, and non-profit organizations to provide meal services within the Family Assistance System, marking a privatization of services for vulnerable populations.

The Cuban government has unveiled its most extensive economic reforms in decades, signaling a move towards capitalism and sparking optimism among Cuban exiles.
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday made it easier for American companies to seek compensation from the Cuban government for assets seized decades ago by the government.

The Cuban government has announced the elimination of several long-standing prohibitions, including price controls, the ration book, the state's monopoly over foreign trade, and restrictions on hiring personnel for foreign companies.

The Cuban government began distributing Kalashnikov rifles to civilians, citing fears of a potential military intervention by the United States. This move is intended to prepare the populace for a possible American invasion.

The United States has indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro on murder charges related to the 1996 downing of two planes. This action has escalated tensions between the two nations and is seen as a significant moment in their relations.

Die USA drohen Kuba mit einer Übernahme. Nun reagiert die Regierung des Inselstaats - und legt einen Leitfaden für den Fall eines Angriffs vor. Doch Vorräte anzulegen, ist für viele Kubaner utopisch.

Cuba's Council of Ministers decided to cut the number of ministries from 27 to 21, aiming to reduce bureaucracy while the country faces ongoing sanctions.

The United States announced plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, a move that has prompted concern among NATO allies like Poland and calls for stronger European defense. Germany acknowledged the withdrawal as "foreseeable" while NATO seeks clarification on the details.

The Pentagon has ordered the withdrawal of approximately 5,000 U.S. soldiers from Germany. U.S. officials confirmed the move, which some reports link to a political dispute.

Descendants of families whose properties were confiscated by the Cuban government continue to assert their claims, refusing to abandon their rights.

Alina Fernández Revuelta, daughter of Fidel Castro, shared her critical reflections on the 'absurd' revolution led by her father and the teetering Cuban communist government at the Miami Film Festival.

The Cuban government has announced another prisoner release, though it specified that those who committed 'crimes against authority,' a charge often applied to political prisoners, would not be included.

Over 600 individuals, primarily from North America and Europe, are currently in Cuba as part of the 'Nuestra America Convoy' to express their support for the Cuban government.

The Cuban government expressed openness to a "serious dialogue" with the United States, while simultaneously condemning Washington's recent tightening of the embargo and threats of tariffs against countries selling oil to Cuba.

The Cuban government is seeking to bolster its legitimacy amidst a wave of protests and political and energy pressure from Washington, with figures like Pablo Iglesias and Silvio Rodríguez mentioned in the context of the ongoing situation.

Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves announced his administration does not recognize the Cuban government as legitimate and will close the Cuban embassy in San José due to the regime's repression, shortly after calling for the region to be free from communism.

The Trump administration is looking for President Miguel Díaz-Canel to leave as the U.S. continues negotiating with the Cuban government, according to a U.S. official

The Cuban government, which has so far outlasted 13 U.S. presidents, faces its gravest challenge yet. Images from The New York Times and others record nearly seven decades of political turmoil, economic crises and small moments of ordinary life.

Facing a severe energy crisis and growing public protests, the Cuban government has for the first time acknowledged engaging in negotiations with the Trump administration.

President Donald Trump suggested the United States could execute a 'friendly takeover' of Cuba, citing direct talks with the Cuban government amidst the communist nation's severe shortages of money, fuel, and food.

In the US, a federal investigation into the case was launched with the justification that "the Cuban government cannot be trusted." Havana had already investigated some passengers for terrorist practices.

The Cuban government announced that a boat, from which shots were fired at soldiers near the island, had armed Cubans from the USA on board. Four people died and six others were injured in the shootout.

The Cuban government announced that its army killed four and wounded six people on a speedboat registered in Florida, USA, raising questions about potential increased tensions between the two countries.

Rare clash off island’s coast comes amid oil embargo and heightened tensions between two countries The Cuban Interior Ministry has said that border guards killed four gunmen and wounded six more on a speedboat bearing a Florida registration off the coast of Cuba’s Villa Clara province. The rare clash off Cuba’s coast, which took place on Tuesday, comes at a moment of heightened tensions between the United States and Cuba during an oil embargo that has led to an energy and humanitarian crisis...
An article from Havana Times criticizes the Cuban government, highlighting severe economic hardship where the common greeting has become 'At least we're still breathing,' indicating a struggle for basic survival.

Spanish hotel chains have reportedly lost up to €100 million in profits blocked by the Cuban government, highlighting the exhaustion of the regime's tourism model as unpaid debts accumulate.

The Cuban government has announced a major economic restructuring aimed at its struggling communist economy, though experts suggest most changes would depend on buy-in from the Trump administration.
The Cuban government has announced 176 free-market reforms aimed at attracting overseas Cubans to invest and develop businesses on the island, though the U.S. and exiles remain skeptical.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio accused the Cuban government of using energy as a weapon and announced new sanctions. He stated that key assets of Cupet were 'illegally seized from American owners many years ago'.

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled to permit lawsuits against Cuba regarding American assets that were seized by the Cuban government in 1960. This decision backs a U.S. company in its claim.

The 1996 incident where Cuba shot down planes occurred after months of diplomatic negotiations between the Cuban government and the Clinton administration regarding the volunteer group's flights.
Americans have the opportunity to alleviate suffering in Cuba through private sector aid, without directly supporting the Cuban government.

Cuban intellectual Alina Bárbara López, a prominent dissident, claims that the Cuban government is using its people 'as a kind of human shield to see if the US reconsiders its stance.'

President Trump informed Congress that hostilities with Iran were "terminated" and defended the use of a naval blockade, which he described as more effective than bombing. He also stated he would not end the conflict early without achieving US objectives, despite Iran's new offers for negotiation.

President Donald Trump announced plans to raise U.S. tariffs on European cars to 25%, sparking widespread concern and anger among European nations and industries. This move intensified fears of a trade war between the United States and the European Union.

US officials held a meeting with the Cuban government in Havana, urging them to align with long-standing US policy regarding the embargo, including compensation for seized property and the release of political prisoners.

The Cuban leadership celebrated the anniversary of the Young Communists League, with reports questioning who the government is releasing.
New Yorker writer Jon Lee Anderson describes conditions in Cuba, why it is vulnerable now, and what regime change would mean, considering the Castro family's entrenchment in the Cuban government, following President Trump's threat to take the island.
An opinion piece discusses Cuba's recent political actions, characterizing them as another 'big con' by the Cuban government.

The Cuban government has again denied the US Embassy in Havana permission to import diesel fuel for its generators, with officials reportedly calling the request 'shameless' amidst the island's energy crisis and US sanctions imposed during the Trump administration.

The Cuban government rejected a request from the US Embassy in Havana to import diesel, labeling it "shameless." The embassy faces energy supply issues due to Donald Trump's sanctions, potentially leading to staff reductions.

The Cuban government announced that Cubans living abroad can now own and invest in businesses in Cuba, though experts expressed disappointment that the measures did not go further.
The Cuban government is encouraging its diaspora to invest in and own businesses within the island nation.

The Cuban government announced its decision to release 51 prisoners in the coming days as a gesture of goodwill towards the Vatican, following close and normal relations.
The Cuban government has announced its intention to release 51 individuals from prisons across the country.
An armed expedition aimed at overthrowing the Cuban government reportedly failed.

The US says it will licence entities to sell the oil to Cuba except those linked to the Cuban government and military.

The Cuban government denounced on Wednesday 25/2 an attempt at "infiltration" into the country by a group of armed men with "terrorist purposes" by sea from the USA, hours after the deaths of four occupants.

Four people were killed and seven injured after a speedboat from Florida entered Cuban waters and opened fire on Cuban forces, who then returned fire, according to the Cuban Ministry of Interior.

The Cuban government's outstanding debt to Spanish companies has increased to at least $320 million, with a recent survey indicating liabilities of about $276 million and an additional $80 million in warnings.