Category Archives: The Blockade?

“We’re Not Afraid”: Voices From Cubans’ March to U.S. Embassy

January 20, 2026 — Belly of the Beast Tens of thousands of Cubans marched to the U.S. Embassy in Havana on Friday to denounce U.S. imperialism following the attack on Venezuela and the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro. People from … Continue reading

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Cuba thanked China for its donation of 30,000 tons of rice

Havana, January 19 (Prensa Latina) Cuba officially received today the first batch of the donation of 30,000 tons of rice from China, sent in the emergency modality to complement national efforts to meet the food demand of the population. Photos … Continue reading

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Thousands Gather in Havana to Honor Cubans Killed by U.S.

January 16, 2026 — Belly of the Beast Thousands of Cubans gathered in Havana to express their condolences and pay tribute to the 32 Cubans who lost their lives during the U.S. attack on Venezuela. “We’re here to recognize the … Continue reading

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What Would a Trump Deal With Cuba Look Like?

Belly of the Beast – January 15, 2026 The same dynamic played out in Cuba, where Trump imposed “maximum pressure” measures that effectively expelled U.S. companies, destroyed the island’s economy and fueled unprvecedented migration to the United States. Now, Trump … Continue reading

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Cuba honors its 32 heroes at the José Martí Anti-Imperialist Tribune

Havana, January 16 (Prensa Latina) Honor and glory to our heroes who fell in combat on January 3, 2026, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said today in a solemn ceremony at the José Martí Anti-Imperialist Tribune in this capital. Photos: Vladimir … Continue reading

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Despite threats by Trump, Mexico continues supplying Cuba with oil

by: Salvador Rivera  Jan 13, 2026 — WOODTV.COM (Grand Rapids/Kalamazoo/Holland, Michigan) SAN DIEGO (Border Report) — Despite threats by President Trump to keep any oil from flowing to Cuba, Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the U.S. will not interfere with Mexico … Continue reading

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Cuba’s President Defies the U.S. as Trump Pressures Cuban Government to Make a Deal

January 14, 2026 — Democracy Now! Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has said his government is not currently in talks with Washington, remaining defiant as the Trump administration attempts to pressure Cuba into making a deal with the U.S. after the … Continue reading

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Creators in Cuba raise their voices for Venezuela and against imperialist attack

Havana, January 13 (Prensa Latina) Music, dance and décimas marked today in the Cuban capital a meeting between young creators, to sing of peace and sovereignty, and to show solidarity with Venezuela after the US military aggression of January 3. … Continue reading

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Cuba Points to Strong Canadian Demand, Stable Winter Season

by Natasha Lair-McKenty — TravelPulse Canada Tue January 13, 2026 Cuba says Canadians continue to travel to the destination in strong numbers. In a statement released this week, Cuban tourism officials said the country remains fully operational for international visitors and … Continue reading

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The Tricontinental International Congress begins in Cuba

Havana, January 12 (Prensa Latina) The International Congress “60 Years After the Tricontinental: Context, Impact, Legacy and Future” began today in the Cuban capital with the participation of more than 200 academics representing 27 countries. The event, which will be … Continue reading

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