AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDiplomacy: Antigua and Barbuda’s prime minister said his government changed its planned vote against the U.S. embargo on Cuba after Washington warned it could affect visa talks. Political pressure: Ladies in White leader Berta Soler was released after 46 hours in detention; her husband said she was injured during her arrest and questioned by State Security. U.S.-Cuba tensions: Havana says it is preparing for possible U.S. military action but favors dialogue, while acknowledging its military disadvantage. China condemned new U.S. sanctions on Chinese companies accused of links to Cuba. Deepening hardship: Cubans report rice prices reaching 1,150 pesos for a small bag, as blackouts and shortages strain daily life. Authorities have restored 20 of 100 buses with Chinese aid, but say fuel shortages threaten their return to service. Sports: Four athletes’ defections meant Cuba sent no team to the Montreal Pan American Judo Open.
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