Cuba
Dmitry Medvedev suggested that Trump involve the U. S. military and the CIA against Zelenskyy. He provided no evidence for his accusations.
Trump said that the United States would deal with Cuba after Iran, and Rubio would finalize the deal. Rubio called on Cubans to cooperate with the CIA.
The United States accuses Raúl Castro of the deaths of four people when aircraft were shot down in 1996. Russia called the warrant political revenge.
Raúl Castro is accused of conspiring in the downing of civilian aircraft over the Straits of Florida in 1996. Four people were killed.
The International Crisis Group has counted 65 conflicts around the world — the highest number since World War II. FT warns of the risk of a global confrontation.
The US has charged five people linked to the preparation of assassination attempts against Russian opposition figures. There is no evidence of a personal order from Putin.
The U. S. Army Reserve is assessing the availability of military police, medical, engineering, and logistics units for SOUTHCOM. Trump said he expects a deal with Havana without a war.
Trump said that the United States will reach an agreement with Cuba without military action. Havana is ready for dialogue and commercial relations, but criticizes the embargo.
Cuba's power grid suffered a complete collapse, causing a nationwide blackout. The grid is suffering from fuel shortages and wear and tear.
The US Department of Justice has charged five members of a network linked to Russian intelligence services. They are accused of financing terrorism and contract killings.
Cuba said that no negotiations with the US are taking place, while losses from the embargo reached $8. 1 billion in 2025. Havana blames the oil blockade for the prolonged power outages.
The United States added Raúl Castro’s grandson, a Cuban bank, and four companies to its sanctions list. Washington promises to increase pressure on Havana.
Russia is recruiting Indonesians for the war against Ukraine, promising payments and citizenship. Intelligence has obtained documents concerning at least eight people.
A U. S. military court has scheduled the trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three co-defendants for June 2028. The case was delayed for years due to legal disputes.
Washington officially removed Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. The decision is expected to pave the way for investment and economic recovery.
Democrats Warren and Coons are demanding an explanation of why the United States suspended sanctions against Russia for 17 months despite fruitless peace negotiations. They point out that the last serious restrictions were imposed in October 2025, and that Russia easily evades them.
The United States imposed sanctions against eight Cuban officials and military enterprises over ties with China and Russia. The restrictions concern arms supplies and the recruitment of Cubans for the war against Ukraine.
The Trump administration revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador in response to Brazil's refusal to issue visas to American diplomats. Brazil called this political pressure, but did not expel the ambassador.
Cuba fully restored electricity supply after a nearly 36-hour blackout. The country's authorities blamed American sanctions and the oil blockade for the crisis.
Cuba experienced another nationwide power grid failure due to worn-out equipment and the US embargo. Oil reserves from the last Russian tanker in March have already been exhausted.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated a readiness for a realistic and patient approach so that the Cuban people can feel prosperity. He emphasized that the socialist model does not work, but the timeline for changes is not defined.
Pentagon discusses the possibility of a military operation against Cuba, including an air attack involving thousands of soldiers. At the same time, officials consider this currently unlikely due to the focus on Iran.
On July 15, Cuba fully restored electricity supply after a blackout that left 9. 6 million residents without power. The outage occurred due to a problem with a generator at a thermal power plant.
Pete Hegseth warned Cuba against acquiring weapons that threaten the Guantanamo base or the U. S. mainland. Trump threatens military intervention to change the regime on the island.
Pete Hegseth declared the return of U. S. influence in the Western Hemisphere. Trump is attempting to achieve regime change in Cuba through a harsh oil blockade of the island nation.
Vanguard Energy plans to deliver 250,000 barrels of fuel to Cuba for the private sector. This would be the largest shipment from the US since 1960.
Volker Türk stated there is a critical shortage of medicine and fuel in Cuba due to US restrictions. This has led to an increase in mortality among children and cancer patients.
The Cuban government is distributing weapons to civilians due to the deployment of US troops near the island. Citizens have been officially called upon to prepare for a foreign invasion.
General Francis Donovan discussed security with Cuban military officials near the Guantanamo base. The talks took place against the backdrop of increasing sanctions pressure from Washington.
Trump did not rule out the possibility of intervening "in the affairs" of Cuba to help the population. He plans to open the country for the return of Cuban Americans.