Cuba
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.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio doubts a diplomatic resolution to the conflict with Cuba. The Trump administration does not rule out the option of military action.
The US has accused Raul Castro of murders and tightened the oil blockade of the island. Trump is seeking regime change in Cuba following the Venezuelan scenario.
Marco Rubio has proposed $100 million in aid to Cubans, bypassing the GAESA elite. He called for the creation of a new Cuba and the overthrow of communism.
A US carrier strike group led by the aircraft carrier Nimitz has arrived in the Caribbean region. The deployment takes place against a backdrop of tensions in relations between the US and Cuba.
US prosecutors have accused Raúl Castro of ordering the shoot-down of civilian aircraft in 1996. Media outlets note that the move is linked to Trump's plans for regime change in Cuba.
On May 20, Ukraine congratulates bankers and sign language interpreters, while the world celebrates World Bee Day and Traumatologist Day. The Church honors the Martyr Thalalaeus.
President Miguel Díaz-Canel stated that US military aggression against Cuba would lead to bloodshed. Havana denies the existence of any aggressive plans.
1,700 tons of food and hygiene products from Mexico and Uruguay arrived in Havana. The aid will be distributed among children, the elderly, and vulnerable families.
Cuba denies purchasing 300 drones for attacks on US facilities. Havana calls these allegations a pretext for sanctions and possible military aggression.
Cuba has purchased 300 drones from Russia and Iran for strikes on the Guantanamo base and Florida. The US declares readiness for a military response to the threat.
U. S. Department of Justice prepares indictment against Raúl Castro over the 1996 shootdown of aircraft. The move is linked to increased pressure on Havana due to events in Venezuela.
The CIA Director conveyed Trump's demand for reforms to Cuba as a prerequisite for cooperation. The US promises assistance only on the condition of fundamental changes in the country.