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Alessandro Di Battista to return to Italy via medical flight

8 clusters · 155 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: Alessandro Di Battista to return to Italy from Cuba via medical flight

Alessandro Di Battista, a 48-year-old former Italian deputy and journalist, is preparing for medical repatriation to Italy following emergency brain surgery in Havana, Cuba. After suffering a sudden health crisis on Augu

Cuban social and economic unrest

19 clusters · 143 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Cuba faces extreme poverty and severe energy crisis

In July 2021, unprecedented protests erupted across Cuba as citizens demanded relief from chronic electricity outages, water scarcity, rising food prices, and a healthcare system weakened by COVID-19. By early 2026, the

International solidarity for Cuba's energy crisis

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Silvio Rodríguez performs in Spain amid planned protests against Cuba blockade

International musical figures and organizations have organized events to support Cuba amid a severe humanitarian and energy crisis. In August 2026, Spanish singer Silvia Pérez Cruz scheduled a free concert in Old Havana,

Cuba-US sanctions, reforms and humanitarian crisis

212 clusters · 1175 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Cuba informal currency market: US dollar and euro rates

Following the intensification of U.S. sanctions and a 176-measure reform package by Cuban authorities, the island’s humanitarian and economic situation has continued to decline. In early August, five independent economis

Cuba water, waste, and electricity infrastructure crisis

13 clusters · 53 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Cuba addresses water supply crises in Havana and Pinar del Río

The systemic infrastructure and sanitation crisis in Cuba has expanded to include severe water contamination, urban decay, and widespread social unrest. In Havana, the instability of basic utilities has triggered demonst

Cuba education system crisis

4 clusters · 83 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Cuban universities begin 2026-2027 academic year

As the 2026-2027 academic year begins, Cuba’s education system continues to face severe logistical and structural challenges. The nation is grappling with a deficit of approximately 24,000 teachers, representing 12.5% of

Humanitarian aid efforts in Cuba

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Open Arms delivers second humanitarian aid mission to Cuba

Humanitarian efforts to address shortages in Cuba have involved both international organizations and local solidarity networks. The French NGO Ardenne Cuba delivered essential medicines and medical equipment directly to

Cuba solar-powered renewable energy initiatives

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Cuba: Solar charging stations launched to combat power outages

Cuba is implementing solar-powered infrastructure to address fuel shortages and energy crises. Initial efforts included the construction of an ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging station at Peñas Altas, Guanabo, on

Turkish Airlines resumption of Cuba flight services

4 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Russia to resume Cuba flights once fuel supply stabilizes

Turkish Airlines has confirmed it will resume flights to Cuba starting October 25, 2026. The service will operate three times per week using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, connecting Istanbul to Havana. The new route will als

Cuba power, healthcare, and economic crisis deepens

45 clusters · 426 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Cuba faces critical shortages of water, food, and medicine

The electricity shortfall that began with the July 2024 shutdown of Unit 1 at the Antonio Guiteras plant has continued to worsen. By mid‑July 2026, the state utility UNE reported a generation deficit of about 2,260 MW du

Cuba-Russia cultural and literary exchanges

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Cuba hosts 34th International Book Fair with Russia as guest of honor

Cuba and Russia have engaged in several cultural exchange initiatives centered around artistic and literary showcases. In Moscow, the Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts hosted an exhibition titled ‘Cuban Poster. 1950-1970

Cuba marks Fidel Castro centenary amid economic crisis

16 clusters · 196 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Campinas hosts Cuban Festival marking Fidel Castro centennial

In August 2026, Cuba held extensive political and cultural commemorations to mark the centenary of Fidel Castro’s birth. The IV Continental Assembly of ALBA Movements in Havana drew 190 delegates from 27 nations, focusin

Film festivals in Colombia

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Malecón film to premiere at Havana's Yara cinema

Colombia is hosting several film festivals throughout late August and September 2026. In the regions of Antioquia and Norte de Santander, the 11th Jardín Film Festival will focus on the theme ‘Ecos de Voces Silenciadas

Cuba cooking oil and fuel crisis deepens

5 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Cuba faces cooking oil shortages and public health alerts

The economic crisis in Cuba has intensified as cooking oil prices have surged following the government’s decision to lift retail price caps on imported goods via Resolution 150/2026. Previously controlled at 990 pesos, t

Cuba healthcare system crisis

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Cuba healthcare crisis: Pediatric shortages and hospital neglect reported

Cuba is experiencing a severe deterioration in its healthcare system, marked by infrastructure decay, medical shortages, and rising disease rates. In Havana, the Juan Manuel Márquez Pediatric Teaching Hospital reported a

Mexican Senator visit to Cuba

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Gerardo Fernández Noroña visits Havana amid Cuban economic crisis

Mexican Senator Gerardo Fernández Noroña, a member of the ruling Morena party, traveled to Havana, Cuba, to participate in commemorations for the 100th anniversary of Fidel Castro’s birth. During his visit, Noroña expres