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Cuba underwent an island-wide blackout on Monday as a U.S. naval oil blockade continues to strain the Caribbean nation’s energy crisis. The state-owned electrical workers union said there was a “total disconnection” of the island’s power grid,
The Trump administration’s military strike in January against Cuba’s former ally Venezuela cut off a crucial supply of oil to the island. It was soon followed by a US-ordered oil blockade on the island,
The lives of ordinary Cubans have ground to a halt under an economic and humanitarian crisis that has developed over years and been aggravated by US President Donald Trump's harsh restrictions, experts say.
Cuba has formally requested a UN General Assembly debate to address the ongoing US economic, commercial, and financial blockade. Cuban officials describe the tightening sanctions and fuel
Cuba's foreign minister says talks between Cuba and the U.S. are at a standstill despite the island recently approving a series of free-market reforms.
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Cuba’s foreign minister observes ‘no progress’ in US negotiations
A top Cuban official has accused the US of issuing ‘constant threats’ and attempting to scuttle a UN debate.
Instead of starting an unnecessary war with Cuba, the U.S. should negotiate a deal ending the failed embargo and promoting investment in our neighbor.
Raul Castro's right-hand man says he’s ready to lead Cuba and negotiate its future with U.S. President Donald Trump, in exclusive USA Today interview.