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Cuban Exiles Fear Trump’s ‘Take Control’ Threat

Cuban exiles are expressing deep concern over former President Donald Trump's recent remarks about potentially "taking control" of Cuba. The comments come as the island nation faces severe shortages of electricity and fuel, drastically impacting daily life for its citizens. Many fear renewed U.S. intervention could worsen the humanitarian crisis.

2 hours ago
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Israel Ground Offensive Sparks Lebanon Humanitarian Crisis

Israel's ground offensive in southern Lebanon, following intense bombing, has triggered a major humanitarian crisis. Tens of thousands of civilians are displaced, with over a million people forced from their homes. The UN Human Rights Office has raised concerns about potential war crimes due to attacks on civilian areas.

1 hour ago
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Israel Pushes into Lebanon Amid Fierce Hezbollah Fighting

Israeli forces are pushing into new territories in southern Lebanon, facing intense fighting from Hezbollah. The conflict has displaced over a million people in Lebanon, with many children out of school and struggling to find shelter. Meanwhile, the UN Human Rights Office has raised concerns that some Israeli airstrikes may constitute war crimes.

4 hours ago
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Lebanon Crisis: A Silent Emergency Fueled by Conflict

David Miliband, head of the International Rescue Committee, described Lebanon as facing a "silent emergency" with over a million people displaced due to regional conflict. The ongoing hostilities have devastated communities, particularly in southern Lebanon and Beirut's southern suburbs, while Russia and Iran are seen as geopolitical beneficiaries of the instability.

2 weeks ago
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Cuba Rejects ‘Surrender’ Amid U.S. Pressure, Seeks Dialogue

Cuban Ambassador to the UN Ernesto Soberron Guzman stated that 'surrender' is not in the Cuban dictionary amid U.S. pressure. He detailed severe humanitarian impacts from the U.S. oil blockade, including delayed surgeries and food shortages. Cuba remains open to dialogue with the U.S. but insists on respecting its sovereignty and internal affairs.

2 weeks ago
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Trump Administration Demands Cuban President Step Down Amid Crisis

The Trump administration is demanding Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel step down, intensifying pressure on the island nation amid its worst electricity crisis in modern history. The U.S. blockade has worsened a growing humanitarian crisis, impacting essential services and daily life for millions of Cubans.

4 weeks ago
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Lebanon Crisis Deepens Amidst Escalating Conflict

Lebanon is facing a severe humanitarian crisis as escalating conflict with Israel leads to widespread displacement and makes aid delivery difficult. Hospitals are overwhelmed with critically wounded children, and aid workers fear the situation is worsening, drawing parallels to the devastation seen in Gaza. Experts call for an immediate end to the violence to protect civilian lives, especially those of children.

4 weeks ago
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Lebanon Reels: Airstrikes Trigger Mass Displacement and Humanitarian Crisis

Lebanon is facing a severe humanitarian crisis as relentless Israeli airstrikes trigger mass displacement. Thousands are seeking refuge on Beirut's Corniche and in overcrowded schools, with aid workers warning that 'nowhere is safe anymore.' The conflict's escalation, including ground operations, is exacerbating an already dire situation for civilians.

1 month ago