
China Hails Cuba as 'Good Brothers' Amid US Pressure
A Beijing official hailed China and Cuba as 'good brothers' during a meeting with Cuban officials in Havana, demonstrating solidarity as Washington increases pressure on the island nation.
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A Beijing official hailed China and Cuba as 'good brothers' during a meeting with Cuban officials in Havana, demonstrating solidarity as Washington increases pressure on the island nation.

Cuba has issued a renewed warning to the United States about the risk of escalation, as diplomatic talks between the two nations remain at a standstill. Cuban officials express growing fear of potential US military aggression.

US intelligence reports indicate that Cuba has acquired over 300 drones from Russia and Iran, raising concerns in Washington. These reports suggest Cuban officials have discussed potential drone attacks on US targets, including the Guantanamo Bay naval base.

Top Cuban officials have strongly condemned a growing series of US statements and threats regarding military action against the Caribbean island, labeling them as dangerous and an international crime.
Representatives from the U.S. Department of State met with Cuban officials in Havana, marking the first such talks in 10 years, to discuss democratic and economic freedoms.

The Ministry of Energy and Mines on X noted a "complete disconnection" of the country's electrical system and said it was investigating.

The Trump administration is reportedly preparing a significant economic deal with Cuba, with President Donald Trump indicating that Cuban officials are already in direct negotiations with him and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Cuban officials report a 58% drop in foreign visitors compared to last year, attributing the collapse of the tourism sector to US sanctions and an effective oil blockade.

Thousands of Cubans gathered in front of the US embassy in Havana to protest the US indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro. His daughter and other Cuban officials repudiated the accusations, with some expressing readiness to fight against imperialism.

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.

US officials recently met with their Cuban counterparts in Havana, a Cuban Foreign Ministry official confirmed. The meeting focused on bilateral issues between the two nations.

Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossío and other envoys have reiterated that Cuba is preparing for the possibility of military aggression from the United States, emphasizing that it would be 'naive' for Havana to ignore such a threat, especially amid an ongoing oil blockade.
Cuban officials have reported an island-wide blackout, exacerbating the country's ongoing energy crisis.
A senior U.S. military leader held an unusual meeting with high-ranking Cuban military officials near the U.S. base at Guantanamo Bay.

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Beijing to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping, following a recent meeting between Xi and former US President Donald Trump. This series of high-level diplomatic engagements is being closely watched for its implications on global power dynamics and international relations.
The Director of the CIA met with Cuban officials in Havana, indicating ongoing diplomatic or intelligence discussions between the two nations.

Iran reportedly closed or reimposed control over the Strait of Hormuz, accusing the United States of breaching terms or imposing a blockade. This action led to reports of ships being affected and prompted international reactions, though some reports later indicated the strait returned to its previous state.

Cuba experienced a nationwide blackout, leaving millions without electricity, after its power grid collapsed due to chronic fuel shortages exacerbated by a US blockade on oil shipments to the island. The national power grid has completely failed, causing widespread outages across the country.

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel confirmed that Cuban officials have begun discussions with US counterparts, stating that these talks were facilitated by 'international factors' to address differences and seek cooperation.