Rubio Sanctions Cuba’s Tourism and Fuel — Again
Marco Rubio imposed new sanctions on Cuba's tourism and fuel sectors, expanding U.S. pressure on two industries already hit by the economic embargo.
Trump Sanctions Push Another Mining Company in Cuba Toward a U.S. Buyer
Antilles Gold is seeking a U.S. buyer after Trump sanctioned its Cuban partner, raising new questions about the future of foreign mining in Cuba.
Cuban Doctors Respond to Venezuelan Earthquakes
Cuban doctors in Venezuela are among the first responders after recent earthquakes, even as Washington pressures governments to cut ties with Cuba’s medical missions.
Miami’s Plan to Privatize Cuba’s Healthcare
A Miami-backed plan to “rebuild” Cuba’s healthcare system ignores how U.S. sanctions and the oil blockade helped fuel the crisis it claims to solve.
Capitol Hill Democrats Push Back on Cuba Policy
Democratic lawmakers and National Nurses United denounced Trump’s economic war on Cuba, warning against military escalation and sanctions on healthcare, food and fuel.
Trump Expands Crackdown on Cuba Solidarity Activists
The Trump administration is escalating its crackdown on Cuba solidarity activists, targeting organizers and participants in aid missions to the island.
U.S. Supreme Court Lets Exxon Pursue $1 Billion Lawsuit Against Cuba
The U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for Exxon to pursue a $1 billion lawsuit against Cuba under the Helms-Burton Act.
Trump Sanction Cuba’s Banking, Mining and Steel Sector
Trump sanctions Cuba’s banking, mining and steel sectors, targeting companies tied to foreign transactions, logistics and industrial production.
Vietnam Expands Investment in Cuba Despite U.S. Sanctions
Vietnam is expanding investment in Cuba despite U.S. sanctions, strengthening cooperation in food production and renewable energy.
Cuba Approves Major Economic Reforms Inspired by China and Vietnam
Cuba approved economic reforms to expand private enterprise, decentralize the economy and allow more investment from Cubans abroad.
U.S. Sanctions Leave Cuba Short of Essential Medicines
U.S. sanctions are worsening medicine shortages in Cuba, disrupting cancer care, dialysis treatment and access to essential drugs.
Trump’s Policy Hits Cuban Families
Trump’s Cuba policy forces EnviosCuba to halt new orders, cutting off a key way Cuban families receive food, clothing and basic necessities.
As U.S. Sanctions Isolate Cuba, Its Biotech Sector Turns to Russia
U.S. sanctions have weakened Cuba’s scientific ties with Washington, pushing its biotech sector to expand cancer research cooperation with Russia.
Cuba Announces Major Economic Reforms
Cuba announced major economic reforms to expand state enterprise autonomy, private business activity and investment from Cubans abroad.
Pete Hegseth Says U.S. Is Prepared for Any “Contingency” Involving Cuba
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the U.S. is prepared for any “contingency” involving Cuba during a visit to Guantánamo Bay.
Rubio Sanctions Cuba’s Oil Company CUPET Amid Fuel Shortages
Marco Rubio sanctioned Cuba’s state oil company CUPET after a proposed fuel shipment to Cuba’s private sector was blocked.
UN Rights Chief Says U.S. Sanctions on Cuba Are Causing Deaths
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk says U.S. sanctions on Cuba are harming civilians and contributing to shortages of essential medicines.
Why Paul Farmer Nominated Cuba’s Medical Brigade for the Nobel Peace Prize
Paul Farmer praised Cuba’s medical brigade in Haiti as “astonishing” and nominated it for the Nobel Peace Prize. Read his full letter.
UN Experts Condemn U.S. Measures Against Cuba
UN human rights experts condemned U.S. sanctions, threats and coercive measures against Cuba, warning they undermine sovereignty, human rights and international law.
Despite U.S. Hostility, Cuba Keeps Channels Open
Despite escalating tensions, Cuba and the United States continue to maintain military and security communications. A new video explores the little-known cooperation that persists between the two countries.