Cuba
Exile Leaders Slam Possible U.S.–Cuba Deal: 'An Offense and a Humiliation for the Cuban People'
Cuban exile leaders have criticized reports of a possible agreement between Washington and Havana that could ease some U.S. restrictions while allowing members of the Castro family to remain on the island.
Trump Reportedly Working On Cuba Deal That Would Allow Castro Family To Avoid Exile And Remain On The Island
President Donald Trump is working on a deal with Cuba that could allow President Miguel Diaz-Canel and members of the Castro Family to remain on the island, rather than go into exile, according to a new report.
Cuban Officials Accuse Miami Activist of Being Mastermind Of Fatal Boat Shootout Off The Country's Coast
A lifelong activist, former political prisoner and leader of the 30 de Noviembre Revolutionary Movement, Fernández was a prominent Cuban dissident in the 1990s until she was exiled in 2002.
U.S. Military Obtained And Has Been Testing Device Linked To Mysterious 'Havana Syndrome' On Animals: Report
Since at least 2016, diplomats, spies and military officers have suffered from unexplained brain injuries likely caused by a microwave weapon used by a foreign adversary, although sources say the U.S. government has tried to downplay it.
Trump Reportedly Preparing Deal With Cuba To Advance U.S. Interests Amid Continued Pressure On Havana Regime
President Donald Trump is preparing an economic deal that would advance U.S. interests in Cuba as it continues to put pressure on the Havana regime, according to a new report.
Fuel Shortages Further Strain Cuba's Tourism Sector as Travelers Choose Other Destinations Amid Deepening Crisis
After averaging more than 4 million visitors as recently as 2019, only about 1.6 million tourists traveled to Cuba between January and November 2025, a drop of nearly 70 percent since 2018
Cuba Says Man Involved In Boat Shootout Off Its Coast Has Died Of His Injuries
Cuba's Interior Ministry said that one of the U.S.-based men involved in a boat shootout off the country's coast last week died as a result of his injuries while under arrest.
Trump Says There Could Be Substantial Changes In Cuba Before The End Of The Month
President Donald Trump said there could be substantial changes in Cuba before the end of the month as his administration continues to prevent the island from getting fuel to pressure the Havana regime.
Florida-Based Men Involved in Deadly Boat Shootout Off Cuban Coast Face Possible Death Sentence Over Terrorism Charges
Six Cuban nationals living in Florida are facing terrorism charges in Cuba after authorities said they attempted to infiltrate the island by boat carrying weapons and explosives, an offense that under Cuban law can carry the death penalty or life in prison.
Trump Admin Views Cuban President Díaz-Canel as 'Obstacle' in Talks About Future Of The Island: Report
As one analyst told The Miami Herald, removing Díaz-Canel, "is not impossible" but "that decision would be a scandal" in Cuba
Top U.S. Official In Cuba Says The Regime Will Fall Before The End of The Year: 'We Believe Change Is Coming'
The U.S.'s top official in Cuba said he believes the regime will fall before the end of the year.
Expectation In Cuba For U.S. Intervention Grows After Attack on Iran: 'The Americans Have to Come'
Anxiety and speculation are rising in Cuba following U.S. military actions in Venezuela and Iran, with some residents now openly discussing the possibility of intervention on the island.
Cuba Faces Up to 20-Hour Daily Blackouts as Electricity Shortfall Hits Record Levels
Cuba is bracing for power outages affecting almost two-thirds of the population during peak demand hours, as the state utility projects an electricity deficit of almost 2,000 megawatts, the highest level of disconnection recorded since systematic energy data began in 2022.
Lindsey Graham Says 'Cuba Is Next' After Iran Bombing: 'Their Days Are Numbered'
Graham also outlined his next priority after the Iran strikes: advancing normalization between Saudi Arabia and Israel
Trump Reportedly Considering Toppling Cuban Regime Even As War With Iran Continues
President Donald Trump is reportedly considering the possibility of pursuing regime change in Cuba, believing that the administration's belligerent stance is working.
Cubans Weary of U.S. Pressure After Years of False Hope: 'We've Been Disappointed Too Many Times'
Cubans facing worsening shortages and blackouts say years of hardship and unrealized expectations have left them skeptical that renewed U.S. pressure will bring meaningful change.
Trump Says 'We Could Have a Friendly Takeover Of Cuba' Amid Reports Of Talks With Grandson Of Raul Castro
President Donald Trump said "we could very well end up having a friendly takeover of Cuba" as amid reports that his administration is having talks with the grandson of Raul Castro about the future of the beleaguered Caribbean island.
U.S. Eyes 'Favorable Licensing Policy' to Make Cuba More Reliant on American Fuel: Report
The Trump administration is moving to ease fuel shipments to Cuba's private sector as part of a broader strategy to make the island more dependent on U.S. supplies, according to a new report.
U.S. Officials Close To Marco Rubio Reportedly Met With Grandson Of Raul Castro To Continue Cuba Negotiations
U.S. officials close to Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with the grandson of Raul Castro to continue discussing the future of the island, according to a new report.
Tanker Believed To Be Carrying Russian Oil Changes Course, Stops Heading To Cuba As Shortages Continue To Bite
A tanker believed to be carrying Russian oil that was on its way to Cuba changed course and diverted from the island, which continues to experience severe fuel shortages.
At Least One U.S. Citizen Aboard The Boat Involved In Deadly Shooting With Cuban Forces Was Killed: Report
At least one of the people aboard the speedboat involved in a deadly shooting with Cuban forces was a U.S. citizen, according to a new report.
GOP Rep. Carlos Gimenez Says Cuban Regime 'Must Be Relegated to the Dustbin of History' After Attack on US-Registered Speedboat
Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) is calling for an immediate U.S. investigation after Cuban authorities reported a deadly confrontation involving a Florida-registered speedboat in Cuban waters that left four people dead and six injured.
Cuban President Diaz-Canel Stands By Killing Of People Aboard Civilian Boat: 'Will Defend Against Any Terrorist And Mercenary Aggression'
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel stood by the country's killing of 10 passengers on a boat after claiming they opened fire at its forces.
Cuban Forces Kill Four People And Wound Six Aboard Civilian Boat With U.S. Tags, Officials Say
Cuban forces killed four people and wounded six more who were aboard a speed boat with Florida tags after they were fired upon, the government said on Wednesday.
Exodus Of Cuban Forces Reshapes Venezuela's Military Balance After Maduro's Capture: 'Their Word Was the Final Authority'
Analysts caution that while the visible Cuban presence is shrinking, the network is unlikely to disappear entirely: "this is not the end of Cuban influence"
Trump Admin Reportedly Planning To Allow Energy Companies To Sell Fuel To Cuban Private Companies While Still Blocking The Regime
The Trump administration is planning to allow energy companies to sell fuel to private businesses in Cuba while continuing the blockade of the regime, according to a new report.
Supreme Court to Hear Case Over Assets Seized by Fidel Castro's Government as U.S.-Cuba Tensions Continue To Escalate
The cases stem from a provision in the 1996 Helms-Burton Act known as Title III, which allows Americans to sue entities that "traffic" in property taken by Cuba.
Canada Joins Mexico in Humanitarian Aid Effort for Cuba Amid U.S. Oil Embargo-Driven Crisis
Canada announced that it is preparing a humanitarian aid package for Cuba as the island faces severe fuel shortages, blackouts, and mounting strain on its healthcare system.
GOP Rep. Rejects Report Claiming Marco Rubio Is Holding Talks With The Grandson Of Raul Castro About The 'Future' Of The Island
Republican Rep. Carlos Gimenez rejected a report claiming that Secretary of State Marco Rubio is holding talks with the grandson of Raul Castro about the "future" of the island.
Cuba Didn't Get Any Oil In January For The First Time In 10 Years, Report Claims
Cuba didn't receive any oil in January for the first time in a decade as the U.S. maintains its blockade of the island, according to a new report.