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Cuba Open to Arab Investment for 'Trump Island' Development
PoliticsEL PAIS11d ago

Cuba Open to Arab Investment for 'Trump Island' Development

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.

Supreme Court Allows Exxon to Sue Cuba Over Seized Assets
PoliticsNYTseeking-alpha1mo ago2 sources

Supreme Court Allows Exxon to Sue Cuba Over Seized Assets

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.

US Seeks Castro Indictment Amid CIA Director's Cuba Visit
WorldAPReutersbloomberg+85NYTwsjFTThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNNFox News+77 more3mo ago88 sources

US Seeks Castro Indictment Amid CIA Director's Cuba Visit

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.

Cuba Begins Release of Over 2,000 Prisoners
PoliticsAPFrance 24delfi-lt+5la-vanguardiabalkan-webdhaka-tribunegraphic-ghanaqatar-tribune4mo ago8 sources

Cuba Begins Release of Over 2,000 Prisoners

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

Cuba says four shot dead on Florida-registered speedboat
WorldBBCNYTwapo+7der-standardFrance 24de-volkskrantThe Independentindex-hrhindustan-timesrte-news5mo ago10 sources

Cuba says four shot dead on Florida-registered speedboat

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.

Trump Administration Establishes Secret CIA Task Force on Cuba
Worldberlingskepolitikenpunch-ng8d ago3 sources

Trump Administration Establishes Secret CIA Task Force on Cuba

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.

Cuban Government Announces End of Several Prohibitions
Worldhavana-times2mo ago

Cuban Government Announces End of Several Prohibitions

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.

Cuba Distributes Weapons to Civilians Amid US Invasion Fears
Worldindex-hrklix-bamkd-mk2mo ago3 sources

Cuba Distributes Weapons to Civilians Amid US Invasion Fears

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.

US Indicts Raúl Castro Over 1996 Plane Downing
WorldAPBBCbloomberg+92NYTwsjFTle-mondeThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNN+84 more2mo ago95 sources

US Indicts Raúl Castro Over 1996 Plane Downing

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.

US Announces Partial Troop Withdrawal from Germany, Sparks NATO Concern
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US Announces Partial Troop Withdrawal from Germany, Sparks NATO Concern

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.

Pentagon Orders Withdrawal of 5,000 US Troops from Germany
PoliticsAPReutersBBC+60bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianAl Jazeera+52 more3mo ago63 sources

Pentagon Orders Withdrawal of 5,000 US Troops from Germany

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.

Cuba’s History Since the Revolution, in Photos
PoliticsNYT5mo ago

Cuba’s History Since the Revolution, in Photos

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.

Havana: boat had passengers armed for terrorist purposes
WorldwapoAl Jazeeraobservador5mo ago3 sources

Havana: boat had passengers armed for terrorist purposes

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.

Cuba says border guards killed four gunmen on US-registered speedboat
WorldBBCNYTThe Guardian+13Al Jazeeradr-dkFox NewsDWSCMPsvenska-dagbladetel-mundoEL PAIS+5 more5mo ago16 sources

Cuba says border guards killed four gunmen on US-registered speedboat

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...

Trump Declares Iran Hostilities Over, Defends Naval Blockade Strategy
PoliticsAPReutersBBC+68bloombergNYTwsjFTwapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeera+60 more3mo ago71 sources

Trump Declares Iran Hostilities Over, Defends Naval Blockade Strategy

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.

Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on EU Cars, Sparks European Outcry
WorldAPReutersBBC+65wsjdr-dknrknzzyle-uutisetnosruvfaz+57 more3mo ago68 sources

Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on EU Cars, Sparks European Outcry

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 Meet Cuban Government in Havana
Politicsvijesti-me3mo ago

US Officials Meet Cuban Government in Havana

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.

Cuba Rejects US Embassy's Diesel Request Amid Sanctions
PoliticsAPnosSCMP4mo ago3 sources

Cuba Rejects US Embassy's Diesel Request Amid Sanctions

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.

Cuba to Release 51 Prisoners Following Vatican Dialogue
WorldAPBBCbloomberg+18wapoNPRnosDWder-standardorfmorgunbladidpublico+10 more5mo ago21 sources

Cuba to Release 51 Prisoners Following Vatican Dialogue

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.

Four Killed in Exchange of Fire Between US Speedboat and Cuban Forces
WorldbloombergNPRFox News+7cbcle-figaroorfYahoojutarnji-listhindustan-timescyprus-mail5mo ago10 sources

Four Killed in Exchange of Fire Between US Speedboat and Cuban Forces

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.