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The US unsuccessfully tries to stop debate on the blockade of Cuba at the UN

United Nations, July 7 (Prensa Latina) The United States government tried unsuccessfully today to prevent a debate on the economic, commercial and financial blockade of that country against Cuba at the United Nations General Assembly, at its headquarters in New … Continue reading

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UN General Assembly approves debate requested by Cuba

United Nations, July 7 (Prensa Latina) The UN General Assembly today approved by a large majority the opening of a debate on the need to end the economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed by the United States against Cuba. Despite … Continue reading

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Cuban rescuers’ professionalism highlighted in Venezuela

Havana, July 4 (Prensa Latina) Roberto Morales, member of the Political Bureau and Secretary of Organization of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba, highlighted today the professionalism of the island’s rescuers in areas affected by the recent … Continue reading

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Why this Cuban American Returned to Cuba After 20 Years Away | U.S. Voices Against the Blockade

https://www.bellyofthebeastcuba.com/why-this-cuban-american-returned-to-cuba-after-20-years-away July 2, 2026 — Belly of the Beast After more than two decades away, Cuban-American teacher and activist Lavender returned to Cuba, the place her family always considered home. Walking through Havana, she reflected on identity, belonging and the … Continue reading

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A march in defense of Cuba has been called for in Mexico

Mexico City, July 1 (Prensa Latina) The Mexican Movement of Solidarity with Cuba and other organizations today called for participation on July 26, National Rebellion Day on the island, in a march in defense of the Caribbean nation. During a … Continue reading

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Cuba: UN to debate blockade on July 7 despite US pressure

Havana, June 30 (Prensa Latina) Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez announced today that Cuba has requested a UN session for July 7 against the US blockade and denounced Washington’s pressure to prevent the debate. In a press conference, the Foreign Minister … Continue reading

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Blanes, Catalonia, aligns itself with Cuba

Madrid, June 26 (Prensa Latina) The Blanes City Council in Catalonia approved a motion rejecting the United States blockade against Cuba and any attempt at military aggression, it was learned today. The Catalan city, in northeastern Spain, known as the … Continue reading

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Cuba: The United States continues to tighten the economic embargo

Havana, June 24 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez stated today that the US government is not ceasing in its efforts to tighten the noose around the Cuban economy. “The U.S. government, led by its dishonest and mendacious Secretary … Continue reading

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Belarusian students show solidarity with Cuba

Minsk, June 20 (Prensa Latina) Students and professors from various Belarusian universities demonstrated their support for Cuba at a rally held at the House of Solidarity in Minsk, the Caribbean country’s ambassador to the Slavic nation, Santiago Pérez, announced today. … Continue reading

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Mexico describes Cuba’s economic transformations as significant

Mexico City, June 19 (Prensa Latina) Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum today described the economic and social transformations approved by Cuba as important. “It is an important change, a decision that Cubans are making to open up their economy, and they … Continue reading

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