
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called on Cuba to immediately release more than 700 political prisoners following the release of prominent dissident artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara. Rubio praised the activist for standing up against Cuba's communist government and described the San Isidro Movement as a symbol of hope for the Cuban people. The artist has been granted humanitarian parole in the United States after spending five years in prison.

Marco Rubio urges Cuba to release 700 political prisoners after Dissident artist arrives in US

Cuba's entire national grid went dark again on Tuesday — the third total collapse in just ten days. The island's aging, Soviet-era power plants are running on fumes as a US fuel blockade, imposed since January, chokes off the oil needed to keep generators running. Hospitals are rationing power, public transport has nearly stopped, and tens of thousands of Cubans are waiting on delayed surgeries. Cuban officials blame Washington's sanctions; the US points to decades of failing infrastructure. Either way, 10 million people are living through it.


Cuba’s power grid collapses again: Third blackout this month 

Cuba endures third nationwide blackout in nine days as power grid fails

Cuba is reeling from its second island-wide power grid collapse in less than a week, marking the fourth nationwide blackout this year. As the nation grapples with its worst economic crisis in decades, severe fuel shortages exacerbated by a U.S. energy blockade have left aging power plants unable to meet electricity demand.

Import shortages and fuel crisis continue in Cuba

Cuba has suffered its third nationwide blackout of the year, highlighting the country's worsening energy crisis. The widespread power outage has disrupted daily life and raised fresh concerns over the reliability of Cuba's aging electricity infrastructure. Authorities are working to restore power as residents continue to face recurring outages.

Cuba suffers third blackout of the year as energy crisis deepens

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez has described negotiations with the United States as hitting a wall, with no breakthroughs made towards ending sanctions against the Caribbean island. "The discussions between the Cuban and US governments are showing no progress," Rodriguez told a news conference on Tuesday.

Cuba FM says 'no progress' in negotiations with US

Cuba has approved nearly 200 free-market reforms in a historic bid to revive its crisis-hit economy. Addressing the National Assembly, Prime Minister Manuel Marrero unveiled 176 measures aimed at reducing the state's role in key sectors and attracting investment in banking, tourism, and agriculture. 



Cuba Approves Historic Free-Market Reforms To Revive Economy

The United States has accused Cuba’s communist regime of posing a threat to the security of Americans, escalating tensions between Washington and Havana. US officials raised concerns over regional security, intelligence activities, and Cuba’s ties with rival nations. The remarks come amid strained diplomatic relations and ongoing political disagreements between the two countries.


US Says Cuba’s Communist Government Poses Threat to American Security

US: Cuba's Communist Regime Threatens Security of Americans

US President Donald Trump has renewed his tough rhetoric on Cuba, saying the United States has "very good plans" for the island and criticizing Cuba's leadership. Trump argued that Cuba has lost key economic support it once received from Venezuela and suggested that Washington would continue increasing pressure on Havana.


US Will 'Take Care' of Cuba, Trump Says

The Trump administration has signalled that it will continue its maximum-pressure strategy against Cuba, similar to the campaign previously aimed at Venezuela.

Trump administration imposes sanctions on Cuban president, relatives of Raúl Castro

Cuba has marked the 95th birthday of former leader Raul Castro at a time of mounting economic and geopolitical challenges. Castro, who led the country until 2018, was last seen publicly during the May Day rally in Havana.

The island nation is currently grappling with severe diesel and fuel oil shortages, worsening economic hardships and growing pressure from the United States. As concerns mount over Cuba's future, the country finds itself navigating one of the most difficult periods in recent years.

Cuba Under Pressure As Raul Castro Turns 95 Amid Fuel Crisis & U.S. Tensions

The White House has launched a new immigration enforcement website called “Aliens.gov”  using UFO-style branding and “alien disclosure” language to track migrant arrests and ICE operations across the United States. But as the administration pushes its aggressive immigration crackdown, growing attention is turning toward conditions inside detention centers. An Associated Press investigation says suicides and deaths in ICE custody have surged to record levels since January 2025.


US Builds Massive Military Presence Around Cuba as Island Crisis Deepens

China has vowed to support Cuba as the island faces severe blackouts, sanctions and mounting pressure from the Trump administration. Beijing accused the US of “power politics and bullying” while Havana warned of a humanitarian catastrophe.

China backs Cuba against US ‘bullying’ as Havana faces humanitarian crisis

US Senator Marco Rubio has sharply criticized Cuba, calling it a “failed state” and condemning the Cuban government’s policies. He stated that the United States seeks a better future for the Cuban people, emphasizing support for democratic reforms and human rights. The remarks come amid continued political tensions between Washington and Havana, as the US maintains pressure on the Cuban leadership over governance and economic conditions.


Rubio Calls Cuba 'Failed State, Slams Govt; US Wants Something Good for Cubans

Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla urged the UN Security Council to help prevent a “humanitarian catastrophe” in Cuba amid rising tensions, sanctions and military threats from the United States.

Cuba warns of ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ seeks international help amid US sanctions

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called Cuba a national security threat after Washington charged former Cuban leader Raúl Castro with murder over the 1996 plane shootdown.

Marco Rubio calls Cuba a national security threat, Havana calls him liar

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington prefers diplomacy in dealing with Cuba but stressed that “all options remain open.”
The remarks come amid rising geopolitical tensions and growing scrutiny over regional security issues in the Caribbean.

US-Cuba Tensions: Marco Rubio Issues Strong Warning To Cuba, Says 'All Options Remain Open

Tensions between U.S. and Cuba hit a record low after America indicted former Cuban President Raul Castro on charges of murder. Amid this, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Cubans to get rid of their government. He also claimed that Cuba had accepted the U.S. offer of humanitarian aid.


Raul Castro Indicted in US, Rubio Asks Cubans to Get Rid of Government

Marco Rubio spoke about humanitarian aid to Cuba and rising tensions around the Strait of Hormuz before departing for a major NATO foreign ministers’ meeting. Rubio said “no one is in favour” of disruptions or tolls linked to the strategic waterway, which remains critical for global oil shipments. His remarks come at a time of heightened geopolitical uncertainty, with NATO allies closely watching developments in the Middle East and broader global security concerns.


BREAKING: Rubio Speaks On Cuba Aid, Hormuz Tensions Before Key NATO Meeting 

Raul Castro has reportedly been indicted in the United States over the 1996 downing of civilian aircraft linked to the Brothers to the Rescue incident, a case that killed four people and intensified US-Cuba tensions for decades. The development sparked emotional celebrations among Cuban expatriates in Miami, many of whom have long demanded accountability from Cuba’s leadership.


Raul Castro Indictment: US Charges Former Cuban Prez With Murder

Cuba says it is preparing for a possible US invasion as negotiations with the Trump administration fail to produce results. Amid blackouts, protests and economic crisis, Cuban officials warn that military action could become a “bloodbath”.

Cuba braces for possible US military action amid blackouts, protests and Trump pressure

Cuba has blamed United States energy blockade policies for the country’s worsening power blackout crisis, as large parts of the island continue to face electricity shortages. Cuban authorities say sanctions and restrictions have severely impacted fuel imports and energy infrastructure, deepening the nation’s economic challenges.

Cuba Power Blackout: Cuba Blames United States' Energy Blockade Policies

Amid a deepening energy crisis, CIA Director John Ratcliffe held rare high-level talks in Havana with senior Cuban officials.


Cuba's Power Grid Nears Complete Collapse As Tension Rises

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