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Cuba Responds to Trump’s Threats: Military Ready, Seeks Respectful Ties

Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister, Carlos Fernandez de Cossio, stated the nation is sovereign and will not be taken over by the U.S., emphasizing military preparedness amidst threats. While open to dialogue, Cuba rejects U.S. demands for regime change and views internal matters as non-negotiable. The nation faces severe fuel shortages due to alleged U.S. actions but insists it is not collapsing, attributing hardship to external economic aggression.

4 weeks ago

GENERAL

Trump Hints at ‘Taking’ Cuba Amid Blackouts, Exile Debate

Cuba is grappling with its third nationwide blackout this month, affecting 10 million people. Amidst the crisis, President Trump has escalated hints of U.S. intervention, suggesting a potential "taking" of the island. Journalist Paola Ramos warns of a "Venezuelan playbook" scenario, where leadership might change but the core regime could persist, complicating long-held hopes for democratic change among Cuban exiles.

4 weeks ago

War & Defense

Russian Tanker Nears Cuba Amid US Quarantine

A Russian oil tanker, the Anatoly Kolodkin, is en route to Cuba, carrying vital oil supplies amid a U.S. quarantine. The U.S. faces a decision to intercept the vessel, risking confrontation, or allow it to reach the island, undermining its policy. This event unfolds against a backdrop of global oil market volatility and complex geopolitical dynamics.

4 weeks ago

GENERAL

Cuba Faces Crisis Amidst US Oil Embargo and Defiant Stance

Cuba is facing an unprecedented crisis as a US oil embargo cripples its economy, leading to severe blackouts and shortages. Despite the island nation's defiant stance, experts suggest the US aims to exert economic pressure to force political change. The situation has left ordinary Cubans in desperate conditions, with limited relief in sight.

4 weeks ago

GENERAL

Cuba Fuel Crisis: Drivers Sleep in Lines for Gas

Cuban taxi drivers are enduring grueling overnight waits for fuel, sleeping in their cars as the island's economic crisis deepens. Long lines are also seen at markets for food, with soaring prices impacting daily life. Citizens are expressing frustration and demanding significant changes.

4 weeks ago

Politics

Trump’s Cuba Comments Spark Dictator Fears

Donald Trump's recent suggestion that he might "take" Cuba, coupled with inaccurate claims about hurricanes, has sparked fears of dictator-like rhetoric. His words echo those of authoritarian leaders and disregard international norms, raising alarms about future foreign policy. This approach could destabilize relations and create global unease.

4 weeks ago

Politics

Trump’s War Talk Threatens Military Law, Ex-JAG Warns

Former top military lawyer Steven Leper warns that Donald Trump's talk of taking Cuba and potentially disregarding rules could push the U.S. military toward illegal actions. Leper explains the critical difference between lawful and unlawful orders, stressing that while military members must obey orders, they have a duty to refuse those that command them to commit crimes.

4 weeks ago

GENERAL

Trump’s Cuba Interest Criticized Amidst Island’s Crisis

Former President Donald Trump's comments about wanting to "take Cuba" have been criticized as a "poor allocation of time" amid the island's severe economic crisis. Reports from Havana describe widespread blackouts and fuel shortages, impacting daily life. Experts argue Cuba is not a direct threat to US security, and Americans are more focused on domestic economic issues.

4 weeks ago

Finance

Oil Prices to Drop as Conflict Ends, Ex-Chief Says

Global oil prices are expected to drop significantly once current conflicts end, according to a former energy chief. He stated that the U.S. Navy can secure the Strait of Hormuz alone. The report also raised concerns about China's growing influence in Cuba.

4 weeks ago

GENERAL

US Pledges Action Against Cuba Amidst Blackouts and Hardship

Cuba is experiencing a severe islandwide electricity blackout due to a collapsing power grid, exacerbated by U.S. oil sanctions. The Trump administration is capitalizing on the crisis, pushing for regime change and highlighting the Cuban government's failure to reform its economy.

4 weeks ago