Author Archives: Anthony Brenner

Díaz-Canel receives credentials from ten ambassadors

First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party and President of the Republic Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez received the credentials of ten new ambassadors this Tuesday morning Author: Yaima Puig Meneses | informacion@granmai.cu september 24, 2025 With gratitude and a willingness to … Continue reading

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Díaz-Canel Calls for Multiplying Efforts for the Good of Cuba

By: PL — Cuba Si – 6 October 2025 President Joins Clean-Up Initiative in Havana Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel participated in a clean-up effort in the capital today and called on the people to multiply their efforts for the good of … Continue reading

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Exhibition at the Cuban Embassy in the U.S. explores cultural ties 

Washington, Oct 4 (Prensa Latina) The exhibition “Cuban Bonds: An Exploration of Cuban Culture by Three Artists” was inaugurated at the Embassy in this capital of the Caribbean country with the presence of guest curator Jon West-Bey. At the opening … Continue reading

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Miami Artists Targeted Over Cuba Trip

October 1, 2025 — Belly of the Beast Two well-known Cuban reggaeton singers have canceled their Europe tour days after a Cuban-American politician from Florida singled them out for a trip they made to Cuba. Dany Ome and Kevincito El … Continue reading

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Cubans in Italy reaffirm support for Venezuela in the face of US threats

Rome, Oct 3 (Prensa Latina) In a ceremony held today at the Cuban Embassy in Italy, Cuban diplomats and other members of the State Mission signed a declaration in support of Venezuela in the face of threats from the United … Continue reading

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Zimbabwe and Cuba to strengthen ties between their youth

Harare, Oct. 2 (Prensa Latina) Zimbabwe’s Minister of Youth Empowerment, Development, and Vocational Training, Tinoda Machakaire, and Cuban Ambassador Susellys Pérez Mesa today reaffirmed their mutual desire to strengthen ties in the areas of youth care. Upon receiving the head … Continue reading

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Black Liberation Activist Assata Shakur Dies in Cuba

October 1, 2025 — Belly of the Beast Political activist Assata Shakur passed away in Havana on September 25. Assata was a member of the Black Panther Party and the Black Liberation Army. In 1977 she was convicted by an all-white jury … Continue reading

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Agroecology Farm Near Havana Shows the Way

September 24, 2025 — Belly of the Beast Just outside Havana, Finca Marta is pioneering agroecology by blending traditional knowledge with innovation. ​Watch our video about the farm, which produces organic food, restores ecosystems and builds community resilience. This is the … Continue reading

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The Crushing Cost of U.S. Sanctions on Cuba

U.S. Sanctions Cost Cuba $7.5 Billion in One Year September 24, 2025 — Belly of the Beast Cuba has released its annual report on the impact of U.S. sanctions on the island’s economy. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, … Continue reading

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China-Cuba: 65 years of special friendship and multi-sector cooperation

Beijing, Sep 26 (Prensa Latina) China and Cuba celebrated the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations here today, with messages of commitment to strengthening friendship and cooperation in all areas. The Chinese government’s special representative for Latin American … Continue reading

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