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DISASTERBREAKINGSep 18Cuba hit with another blackout as millions across island are left without electricityABC News
DISASTERBREAKINGSep 18Cuba goes dark after total collapse of its national electricity gridClarín
POLITICSSep 17The European Parliament calls for suspending dialogue with Cuba due to repression against regime opponentsThe motion received strong support: it passed with 374 votes in favor, 198 against, and 19 abstentions. It condemns arrests and torture, and demands sanctions against the leadership.Clarín
POLITICSBREAKINGSep 17United States Redoubles Pressure Against Cuba: New Sanctions Hit the Army and Nickel SectorLas sanciones afectan a cuatro empresas que construyen simuladores y componentes electrónicos para las Fuerzas Armadas.El Tiempo
WORLDSep 17A new shipment of humanitarian aid from the United States arrives in CubaA humanitarian shipment from the US arrived in Cuba with food and hygiene kits for Cienfuegos, managed by Cáritas. The assistance is distributed to vulnerable households, prioritizing the elderly, disabled, and children, amid bilateral tensions.Clarín
POLITICSSep 17Trump Sanctions on Cuba Strands Thousands Of Shipping ContainersThe U.S. says its sanctions are not aimed at depriving Cuba of essential goods. Thousands of stranded shipping containers tell a different story.NYT World
BUSINESSSep 16Cuba puts new higher denomination banknotes into circulation in a context of inflation and crisisThe Cuban Central Bank introduces 10,000 and 20,000 peso banknotes to face inflation and facilitate daily transactions. The measure arises amid an economic crisis aggravated by external restrictions and soaring prices, affecting daily life on the island.Clarín
WORLDSep 16US to send humanitarian aid to five provinces of Cuba in the coming weeksUS humanitarian aid will soon arrive in several Cuban provinces, coordinated by Caritas and with essential products for needy families. Caritas Cuba organizes the distribution of donations in Camagüey, after receiving shipments with food and hygiene items from Santa Clara.Clarín
CONFLICTBREAKINGSep 16U.S. uncovers network that plotted assassinations of Russian ‘dissidents’ in Washington and Vilnius. Among the suspects: an ex-colonel with Putin ties, his FSB officer son, and a Cuban dancer.Meduza [en]
POLITICSSep 16Mexico shows support for Cuba and celebrates its day on the island with a mariachi contestEn La Habana, un concurso musical celebrado por la embajada mexicana honró la independencia de México y mostró apoyo a Cuba ante sanciones externas.La gala, con tributo a Juan Gabriel, destacó la cercanía cultural entre ambos países, subrayada por el envío de ayuda humanitaria mexicana.Clarín
WORLDSep 13Homemade Antenna from a Food Tray : Cuban Comedian Highlights Real StrugglesA Cuban comedian used a homemade antenna made from a food tray, highlighting real struggles faced by people in Cuba. This story sheds light on socio-economic conditions and resourcefulness in the country.cubaheadlines.com · Cuba
WORLDSep 10Cuba receives a shipment of humanitarian aid from the United States via CaritasUS humanitarian aid arrived in Santa Clara with 700 kits of food and basic products, managed by Caritas for needy families. The local bishop and Caritas will coordinate distribution in affected communities, in a context of economic crisis and tensions with Washington.Clarín
POLITICSSep 10Cuba Responds To Trump Takeover Map - Grenada Chronicle – Daily Grenada And Caribbean NewsCuba has responded to a "Trump Takeover Map," as reported by a Grenada and Caribbean news source. This indicates a geopolitical interaction between Cuba and the U.S., reported regionally.grenadachronicle.com · United States
POLITICSSep 9Lawsuit in Miami seeks precedent to regularize half a million Cubans in the U.S.A court in Miami will evaluate a lawsuit that could regularize thousands of Cubans in the U.S., reviving the Cuban Adjustment Act. Arrests of Cubans have increased under Trump, while approved residences have fallen drastically, creating migratory uncertainty.Clarín
WORLDSep 9Chequera Reflects on Cuba Special Period"Chequera" reflects on Cuba's "Special Period." This offers insights into a specific historical era.cubaheadlines.com · Cuba
POLITICSSep 7Cuba says there is no "roadmap" in contacts with the United States after energy blockadeThe Cuban foreign minister reported that, despite dialogues with the U.S. after the energy blockade, there are no advances or defined action plan. Cuba is open to continuing dialogue without preconditions. U.S. sanctions have caused record losses to the island, exacerbating a five-year crisis.Clarín
POLITICSSep 7Cuba denounces "record" financial impact of US embargoCuba reports record losses of $8,000 million by the US embargo, aggravated by sanctions and energy restrictions. Washington's measures impact vital sectors, increasing the economic crisis and affecting essential services on the island.Clarín
POLITICSSep 5Cuban Poet Expresses Despair : Were Here Without Power , Without Hope A Cuban poet expresses profound despair, highlighting a situation of lack of power and hope.cubaheadlines.com · Cuba
POLITICSSep 4US multiplies alerts on increasing diseases and crime in CubaThe US diplomatic mission warns about the increase in diarrheal diseases and crime in Cuba, attributing it to the deterioration of basic services. Washington maintains sanctions that exacerbate the crisis on the island, while sending humanitarian aid managed by the Catholic Church.Clarín
POLITICSSep 4Cuba authorizes private travel agencies in new economic openingCuba has authorized private travel agencies, marking a new economic opening for the country. This policy change signifies a shift in its economic approach.upi.com · United States
BUSINESSSep 4Cuba will virtually hold its main trade fair due to the crisisCuba's main trade fair will be held virtually in November due to US sanctions, its organizers reported. The island faces an economic crisis aggravated by the blockade and seeks to attract investments with free market reforms.Clarín
POLITICSSep 4US continues to squeeze Cuban economy with new round of sanctionsCuba announces new pro-market reforms amid threats of military attack from the Trump administration.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 4U . S . hits Cuba with new sanctions as island crises multiplyThe U.S. has imposed new sanctions on Cuba as the island faces multiple ongoing crises. This action signifies a continued hardening of U.S. policy towards Cuba amid its internal challenges.toronto.citynews.ca
POLITICSSep 4US hits Cuba with new sanctions as island crises multiplyThe US has imposed new sanctions on Cuba, occurring at a time when the island is experiencing multiple crises. This action signifies a continued or escalating pressure from the US on Cuba.sandiegouniontribune.com · United States