Cuba Faces US Pressure and Sanctions
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The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights urged the US to lift sanctions on Cuba, stating they cause hardship. Meanwhile, the US Defense Secretary warned Cuba against acquiring weapons targeting Guantanamo.
Cuban Minister: U.S. Sanctions Causing Deaths, Making Life Unbearable
- Cuba's foreign minister stated that U.S. sanctions are causing deaths and making life unbearable due to shortages of food, fuel, medicine, and electricity. - Bruno Rodriguez reported that negotiations with the U.S. have shown no progress, with American delegations issuing threats and making statements against Cuba's independence. - Despite the U.S. designating Cuba a national security threat and…
Cuba Faces Widespread Blackouts Affecting 9.7 Million Amid Energy Crisis
- Cuba is experiencing a severe energy crisis, with 9.7 million people facing only two to three hours of electricity daily. - The state-run electric company anticipates that 65% of the country will be…
UTE considers donating 200 solar panels to Cuba; opposition objects: 'Ambassador takes his cut'
- Uruguay's state-owned energy company UTE is considering donating 200 solar panels to Cuba, a move criticized by the opposition. - Opposition lawmakers argue the donation would benefit the Cuban regi…
Cuba confirms second national died in Venezuela earthquakes
- Cuba confirmed a second national has died from earthquakes in Venezuela, a minor identified as Vanessa Martínez Rodríguez. - The Cuban government is working to confirm other potential victims amidst…
Capitalism enters Cuba through the back door amid economic hardship
- Despite Cuba's communist government, capitalism is reportedly being introduced through indirect means. - American companies facilitating remittances to Cuba are seeing increased business due to the …
Uruguay denies ambassador's solar panel funding for Cuba residence
- Uruguay's ambassador to Cuba, Juan Canessa, requested funding for solar panels for his official residence due to energy restrictions. - The Foreign Ministry approved funding for solar panels at the …
Cuba formalizes institute to regulate state enterprises amid reforms
- Cuba has formalized a National Institute for State Business Enterprises (INAEE) to improve its state-run business system. - The institute aims to address economic "contradictions" amid ongoing refor…