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Cuba’s Lifeline: Russia’s Support Amid Crisis

Cuba faces dire power and food shortages, causing widespread protests, the most significant since 2021. This week, a glimmer of hope docks at Matanzas port:...

Widespread Protests Sweep Across Cuba Amid Shortages

In Santiago de Cuba, hundreds protested against ongoing power and food shortages, marking the largest mobilization since the 2021 protests. Despite government efforts to curb communication by cutting mobile data, videos of the protests demanding...

Cuba’s Energy Dilemma: An Urgent Call for Reform

Cuba is currently grappling with a severe energy crisis, as detailed in a revealing report by the NGO Cuba Siglo 21. This crisis, years in...

Cuba Cuts Street Lighting to Avoid Blackouts

On March 5, 2024, Cuba reduced its street lighting by 75% due to a...

Cuba and South Korea Restore Diplomatic Ties

In a new development, Cuba and South Korea have reestablished diplomatic relations after decades of disconnection. The Cuban Foreign Ministry...

Cuba Aims to Welcome Over Three Million Tourists in 2024

In 2024, Cuba aims to welcome over three million tourists. Juan Carlos García, the Tourism Minister, shared this ambition on TV. He said that despite...

Cuba and Eurasian Economic Union Strengthen Ties

Recently in Havana, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez and EEC Minister Serguei Glaziev discussed enhancing Cuba-EEU ties. The Third Joint...

Russian Tourism Boosts Cuba’s Economy in 2023

In 2023, more Russians visited Cuba than before the pandemic, showing a big rise in travel from Russia. Over...

Cuban Fuel Costs Skyrocket, Inflation Fears Rise

In a new development, Cuba, grappling with a significant economic challenge, has announced a...

Cuba Aims for Economic Revival

Yesterday, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel closed a National Assembly session, advocating for a new economic...

Russia Expands Mir Payment System to Cuba

Russia's National Card Payment System (NSPK) has introduced Mir payment cards in Cuba, adding the island to a select...