US raises pressure on Cuba as it sanctions President Diaz-Canel
Measures come as Cuba continues to experience food shortages and blackouts.
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Cubans react to US indictment of former President Raul Castro
Cubans in Havana and Miami react to the US charges against former Cuban President Raul Castro.
Published On 21 May 2026
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Trump says no escalation expected with Cuba after Castro indictment
President Trump said the United States is “freeing up Cuba” and ruled out escalation after the US indicted Castro
Published On 21 May 2026
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Why has the US indicted Cuba’s Raul Castro now?
The indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro over a 1996 plane shootdown revives a decades-old case.
Published On 20 May 2026
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US indicts Cuba’s former leader Raul Castro: Why it matters
The indictment against Raul Castro echoes earlier US criminal cases targeting Latin American leaders.
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US indicts Cuba’s Raul Castro over 1996 plane downing
US federal prosecutors announced the indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro.
Published On 20 May 2026
Trump administration indicts Cuba’s Raul Castro over 1996 plane shootdown
The indictment marks one of the sharpest escalations in tensions between Washington and Havana.
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Is the US trying to force regime change in Cuba?
As its blockade causes a fuel crisis in Cuba, the US is offering aid but only if it can dictate Cuba’s future.
Published On 18 May 2026
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Will Cuba be forced to accept the US president’s demands?
Cuba struggles to keep the lights on, as Washington ramps up economic pressure and military threats.
Published On 18 May 2026
Cuba says it has ‘legitimate’ right to defend itself amid US threats
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel says country is not a threat, but will defend itself from aggression if necessary.
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Cuba hit by protests, blackouts amid oil shortage
Cubans lit fires in Havana’s streets to protest electricity blackouts.
Published On 15 May 2026
