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🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘Adventurism has had its day’: speedboat shootout leaves Miami’s exiled Cubans bewildered

A recent shootout between the Cuban coastguard and heavily armed men in a stolen speedboat has left Miami's Cuban exile community confused and reflective.

Feb 28 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The exile that watches over its dead: Cubans in Florida, bewildered after the attack on an American boat

Cuban exiles in Florida are mourning and honoring deceased family members after an attack on an American boat, while uncertainty looms over the fate of the victims' remains.

Feb 28 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

One of the Cubans included by Havana among the injured in the operation denies his participation and says he is in the United States

Roberto Azcorra Consuegra, listed among the injured in a Cuban military operation, claims he is in the U.S. and denies involvement in the incident where four were killed.

Feb 26 • 16:58 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Cuba claims exiled Cubans in American boat intended to infiltrate the island

Cuban authorities allege that ten armed exiled Cubans aboard an American-registered boat aimed to infiltrate Cuba, following an incident where the Cuban coast guard shot and killed four individuals in the boat.

Feb 26 • 04:41 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
World

Havana: Anti-government Cubans on a Boat from Florida Wanted to Unleash Terror

A group of anti-government Cubans attempted to reach Havana by boat from Florida with intentions to incite terror.

Feb 26 • 04:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

Cubans shot at American boat - government: Passengers had 'terrorist' intentions

Cuban authorities reported that their coast guard shot at an American-registered boat, claiming that the passengers aboard had terrorist intentions and were armed with assault rifles.

Feb 26 • 01:59 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Cuba claims exile Cubans in American boat intended to infiltrate the island

Cuba's government claims that ten armed Cuban exiles in an American-registered boat aimed to infiltrate the country, following an incident where the Cuban Coast Guard shot at the vessel, resulting in four deaths.

Feb 26 • 01:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

Cubans shot at American boat - four died

Four people died on Wednesday off the coast of Cuba when the Cuban coast guard fired at a fast boat registered in Florida, according to the Cuban Ministry of the Interior.

Feb 25 • 21:08 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Cubans struggle to make ends meet amid blackouts and fuel shortages

Cubans are facing significant hardships due to ongoing blackouts and fuel shortages, which are affecting their daily lives and economic stability.

Feb 25 • 11:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Blackouts, inflation, and limited transport: the uncertain life of Cubans without fuel due to the blockade imposed by the United States

The energy crisis in Cuba, exacerbated by U.S. sanctions, is leading to prolonged blackouts, limited transport options, and rising prices, creating uncertainty for the population.

Feb 24 • 21:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Exiled Cubans in Miami continue sending money and basic products to the island despite the U.S. blockade

Cuban exiles in Miami persist in sending essential goods and money to relatives in Cuba despite restrictions imposed by the U.S. government.

Feb 23 • 19:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Coyotes become the main way for Cubans to enter Brazil

Cubans are increasingly relying on coyotes to migrate to Brazil, with a surge in asylum requests due to stricter U.S. migration policies.

Feb 23 • 02:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Cuba resists, for now, the lack of fuels

Cubans are struggling with a fuel shortage that has disrupted daily life, exacerbated by government sanctions and leading to significant transportation challenges.

Feb 19 • 07:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'We Cook with Charcoal and Firewood for 3 Families in the Neighborhood': How Cubans Are Experiencing the Worst Fuel Rationing in Decades

Cubans are resorting to cooking with charcoal and firewood due to severe fuel shortages.

Feb 18 • 08:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Conviction of I-220A: The Future of Half a Million Cubans in the United States Depends on a Long Judicial Saga

A legal uncertainty surrounds 500,000 Cuban migrants in the U.S. due to their inability to regularize their immigration status under the I-220A document amid ongoing judicial battles.

Feb 17 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Old Cubans do not get the old age they were promised

The article discusses the struggles of elderly Cubans, particularly highlighting the story of Maria, who faced significant changes in her life due to Fidel Castro's revolution in 1959.

Feb 16 • 18:25 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Cubans struggle with fuel shortages

Cuba is currently facing significant fuel shortages impacting its economy and daily life.

Feb 15 • 16:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They are Cubans, live in Miami, and tell about the ordeal their relatives in the island face daily: 'Extreme difficulty'

Cuban expatriates in Miami discuss the ongoing hardships their families in Cuba are experiencing due to severe shortages of fuel and prolonged power outages.

Feb 15 • 11:38 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Country of Last Things

The article discusses the pervasive sense of uncertainty and anxiety affecting people's lives globally, with a particular focus on the experiences of Cubans.

Feb 15 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Not only the United States: the country that opens its doors to Cubans seeking to emigrate in 2026

Spain is becoming a primary option for Cubans seeking to emigrate in 2026, maintaining active consular services in Havana amid ongoing challenges in Cuba.

Feb 14 • 21:48 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

What is optic neuropathy, the 'epidemic' that blinded thousands of Cubans during the energy crisis of the 90s?

The article discusses the return of daily blackouts in Cuba, reflecting a severe energy crisis reminiscent of the 1990s economic collapse when optic neuropathy affected many due to severe malnutrition and lack of resources.

Feb 14 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Odyssey of the First Cubans Deported from the United States to Guantánamo

More than 50 Cuban migrants were initially thought to be returned to Cuba but were instead sent to the notorious Guantánamo Bay detention facility, creating significant distress among them.

Feb 14 • 04:40 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Cubans in the US accelerate aid shipments to the island and ask Trump for more restrictions: ‘Let the regime fall’

Cuban exiles in the United States are increasing shipments of food and medicine to their families in Cuba amid escalating crises on the island, while also expressing support for President Trump's tighter restrictions to help bring down the Cuban regime.

Feb 13 • 18:47 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Lech Walesa, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Urges Cuba to 'Take Advantage' of Trump: 'He is Going in the Right Direction'

Lech Walesa suggested that Cubans leverage President Trump to catalyze change in Cuba, while cautioning that he will not bring freedom.

Feb 13 • 15:02 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

People are buying water. Lots of water, bread, rice, and batteries. Because no one knows what will happen tomorrow

Cubans are facing severe shortages amid an economic crisis exacerbated by a fuel blockade imposed by the United States.

Feb 13 • 08:11 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Cubans Are Not Panicking. They Are Too Used to Times of Crisis, but They Are Visibly Nervous

Cuban citizens are exhibiting signs of nervousness over the country’s severe fuel shortages and the economic crisis exacerbated by U.S. sanctions, even as they remain accustomed to difficult times.

Feb 13 • 08:11 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Cuba: between the regime and the sea

The article discusses the challenges and restrictions faced by Cubans seeking to leave their country, highlighting the complexities of immigration laws and economic barriers.

Feb 12 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Nicaragua closes the way for Cubans migrating to the United States

Nicaragua has revoked visa-free entry for Cuban migrants heading to the United States, reflecting heightened tensions amid U.S. pressure on both nations.

Feb 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Anna Bensi, Cuban Influencer: 'I have left fear behind because freedom is a thousand times more important'

Cuban influencer Anna Bensi is using her platform to advocate for freedom and highlight the struggles of her fellow Cubans, despite facing harassment from the regime.

Feb 9 • 21:51 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Cubans Adjust Their Lives for Fuel Savings

Cuba has implemented emergency measures to conserve fuel in response to energy constraints imposed by the United States, significantly affecting daily life in Havana.

Feb 9 • 20:02 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

In Moscow, Cubans and Indians are clearing snow. Hundreds of thousands of Russians are left without electricity and heat in winter

The article discusses how both Ukrainians and local Russians in regions like Belgorod are suffering from blackouts and extreme cold without basic utilities due to ongoing conflicts.

Feb 9 • 13:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Nicaragua ends free entry for Cubans

Nicaragua has ended its policy of free entry for Cuban citizens, stopping a practice that allowed thousands to transit through the country to reach the United States.

Feb 8 • 21:48 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Cubans revive the nightmare of the "special period": the crisis that devoured the USSR and dragged the island

Cubans are experiencing a revival of the hardships from the 1991 'special period', characterized by shortages and transforms in daily life.

Feb 7 • 21:43 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
World

More than six hours to get gasoline: how the blockade and Trump’s threats impact the streets of Cuba

The article highlights the hardships faced by Cubans, like waiting over six hours for gasoline amidst the ongoing U.S. blockade and political threats, while reflecting on the struggles of life in Havana.

Feb 6 • 09:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Deep crisis: between power cuts and sanctions, Cubans struggle to survive and maintain the joy of living

Cubans are facing severe power cuts and economic sanctions while attempting to maintain their spirits amidst a deepening crisis.

Feb 5 • 20:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police estimate that 200 Cubans were victims of human trafficking scheme at the Brazil-Guiana border in 3 months

Brazilian police estimate that at least 200 Cuban migrants have fallen victim to a human trafficking scheme over the past three months, using the Brazil-Guiana border as an entry route, as part of an ongoing investigation.

Feb 5 • 19:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Cubans also demand amnesty for their political prisoners

Cubans are calling for amnesty for over 1,000 political prisoners amidst announcements from Venezuela and potential negotiations with Trump.

Feb 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
World

Mexico Will Stop Sending Oil to Cuba, Trump Insists; US Continues Negotiations with Havana

President Donald Trump announced ongoing negotiations with the Cuban government to end the oil embargo, expressing optimism about reaching an agreement that would allow Cubans in the US to visit their families in Cuba.

Feb 2 • 23:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Cuba on the brink as Trump turns up the pressure: ‘There is going to be a real blockade’

Cubans are facing severe fuel shortages and rising prices at gas stations as Trump intensifies pressure on Cuba, leading to concerns over a potential blockade.

Feb 1 • 13:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

PHOTOS AND VIDEO Remains of Maduro's bodyguards arrive in Cuba

Cuban state television broadcast the return of the remains of 32 Cubans killed in U.S. attacks on Venezuela targeting former President Nicolás Maduro.

Jan 16 • 08:07 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

After Venezuela, is Cuba next? Maduro's fall revealed the weaknesses of the regime

Cubans gathered to honor the remains of 32 soldiers killed in Venezuela, as concerns rise about the regime's stability following Maduro's fall.

Jan 16 • 07:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Trump bets on suffocation for Cuba, but Cubans do not: 'That formula does not punish the dictatorship, it punishes the people'

The article discusses Trump's strategy for Cuba, emphasizing that it harms the people rather than the dictatorship, as expressed by critics.

Jan 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Cuba: between collapse and a desperate struggle for survival

The article discusses the critical impact of the loss of Venezuelan oil supplies on the Cuban economy and how energy shortages affect daily life, while exploring the coping mechanisms of Cubans amid the economic crisis.

Jan 12 • 17:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Betrayal in Caracas? "While Cubans were dying, Russian elite forces vanished"

The article discusses the disappearance of Russian elite forces that were meant to protect Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro while Cuban soldiers were dying in defense of his regime.

Jan 9 • 19:31 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

He fled the ‘Hunger Games’ of Cuba only to watch free Americans cheer communism

Cuban influencers Yoel and Mari Díaz express hope for Cubans following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro while criticizing Americans who celebrate communism.

Jan 7 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Trump: "Amazing military achievement in Venezuela" – 57 dead from the American operation

Donald Trump commented on an "amazing military achievement in Venezuela" at the annual Republican conference in Washington, acknowledging that "many, many" people, including Cubans, died during the operation.

Jan 6 • 19:16 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
World

Cubans Defeated by the US for the First Time Since the Cold War, Now Havana May Lose Oil. Trump Foresees the End of the Dictatorship

The US operation to kidnap Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has led to strong international condemnation, particularly from Cuba's President Miguel Díaz-Canel, who accused the US of violating international law and behaving like a terrorist state.

Jan 6 • 14:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Cubans Look to Venezuela and Try to Decipher the Frantic Rhythm Set by Trump

Cubans are observing Venezuela's situation, especially in light of national mourning for 32 Cuban soldiers who died supporting Maduro, amidst significant political turmoil.

Jan 6 • 04:40 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

Cubans killed while guarding Maduro, now they may lose oil. Trump hopes the regime falls without US intervention

The kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by US special forces has sparked sharp reactions from world leaders, notably Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel criticizing the operation as a violation of international law, while 32 Cuban citizens involved in security missions in Venezuela were reported dead during the US operation.

Jan 5 • 18:59 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Fear in Cuba: "Are we next?"

Cubans are increasingly anxious about potential U.S. military actions following the recent fall of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, leading to concerns about Cuba's safety.

Jan 5 • 15:47 UTC

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