Congressional Black Caucus Demands End to Cuba Oil Blockade
Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette Clarke calls on the Trump administration to end the Cuba oil blockade and lift sanctions, warning of worsening humanitarian conditions on the island.
Cuba Identifies 2,010 Pardoned Prisoners
Cuba identified prisoners pardoned in 2010 amid renewed debate over migration, political prisoners and U.S.–Cuba relations.
Former Trump Advisor Eyes Cuba’s Mineral Wealth
A former Trump advisor is seeking control of a major mining company operating in Cuba, raising questions about sanctions, nickel, cobalt and U.S. interests in the island’s mineral wealth.
Major Shipping Companies Cut Ties With Cuba After Trump Executive Order
Two of the world’s largest shipping companies suspended operations with Cuba after Trump’s latest executive order escalated sanctions on the island.
Fuel For Everyone, Except Cuba
The U.S. extends sanctions waivers for Russian oil shipments globally while Cuba remains under a tightening oil blockade.
Supreme Court Sides With Heirs of Nazi-Linked Tycoon
The Supreme Court recently revived lawsuits against major cruise companies over their use of Havana docks nationalized after the Cuban Revolution, reopening litigation tied to the Helms-Burton Act.
Cuban Tourism Under “Force Majeure”
Cuba’s tourism industry faces mounting pressure as fuel shortages and U.S. policies deepen the island’s crisis.
Rising Gas Prices as Russian Tanker Stalls
Fuel shortages deepen in Cuba as a stalled Russian tanker and U.S. pressure intensify the island’s energy crisis.
As War on Cuba Escalates, Companies Settle Lawsuits
As legal pressure on Cuba escalates, companies are settling lawsuits tied to Title III and U.S. sanctions policy.
“No Military Solution”: UN Chief Slams U.S. Sanctions
UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemns U.S. sanctions on Cuba and rejects calls for military action.
Who’s Really Spying on Whom? U.S. Intensifies Surveillance Near Cuba
U.S. surveillance flights near Cuba raise questions as Washington claims foreign powers are using the island to spy.
Rubio's Cynical Aid Charade
Marco Rubio’s aid offer to Cuba sparks criticism as sanctions and an oil blockade deepen hardship on the island.
Manufacturing a Pretext for War on Cuba
New claims about Cuba and military drones fuel calls for intervention as critics warn of a manufactured pretext for war.
Solar Energy Expands
Cuba expands solar energy projects as the island works to reduce blackouts and dependence on imported fuel.
Cuba Modernizes Migration Laws
Cuba announces sweeping migration reforms, recognizing dual citizenship and expanding rights for Cubans abroad.
Military Invasion On Hold?
Mixed signals from Trump and U.S. officials raise questions about whether military action against Cuba is being delayed.
New Poll: U.S. Citizens Oppose War on Cuba
A new poll shows most Americans oppose military action against Cuba as Trump escalates threats and sanctions on the island.
Fact-Checking Marco Rubio (and the Herald) — Again
Belly of the Beast fact-checks Marco Rubio and the Miami Herald’s claims used to justify harsher U.S. sanctions on Cuba.
Trump’s Cuba Order Claims First Casualty
Trump’s new Cuba order claims its first casualty as foreign firms reconsider operations amid escalating U.S. sanctions.
Cuba Collaborates with FBI in Kidnapping Case
Cuba worked with the FBI to return a kidnapped U.S. child, showing rare cooperation between the two countries amid ongoing tensions.