Cuba

Cuba still largely without power after nationwide grid collapse

Cuba’s Power Grid Collapses, Triggering Nationwide Blackout

Cuba’s power grid has collapsed, causing a nationwide blackout and internet disruptions.

Cuba finishes releasing prisoners under Vatican-mediated deal

Cuba has granted early release to 553 prisoners as part of a deal mediated by the Holy See during the final days of former U.S. President Joe Biden’s presidency.

Cuba faces widespread blackouts amid energy crisis

Widespread blackouts lasting more than 20 hours a day are crippling Cuba, as fuel shortages and outdated infrastructure disrupt the country’s energy supply.

US to remove Cuba from state sponsors of terror list

The U.S. will remove Cuba from its list of state sponsors of terrorism as part of a prisoner release deal. Havana welcomed the move but criticised ongoing U.S. sanctions.

Cuba calls Trump plan for mass deportation of immigrants unrealistic

Cuba calls Trump’s proposed mass deportation of immigrants "unrealistic and unfair," urging adherence to U.S.-Cuba migration accords. Trump aims to deport record numbers, focusing on criminals, but faces criticism for potential community and family impacts.

Russia to send 80,000 tonnes of diesel fuel to Cuba after Hurricane Rafel damaged island

Russia says it will provide Cuba with around 80,000 tonnes of diesel fuel after the island's electric grid collapsed when Hurricane Rafel damaged homes.

Cuban blackout as hurricane Rafael Strikes

Cuba's electrical grid collapsed Wednesday as Hurricane Rafael struck, leaving millions without power and causing widespread damage across the island.

Cuba eases entry procedures for foreign visitors

Cuba has introduced two key measures to make travel easier for foreign visitors, focusing on the D’Viajeros platform