AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoU.S.-Cuba Sanctions Escalation: Washington added Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, his wife Lis Cuesta, and other relatives and officials to its sanctions list, while Cuba’s government says the move is meant to reinforce the blockade and push Havana toward conflict. Raúl Castro Returns to Public: Raúl Castro made a rare appearance in Havana at a tribute for his 95th birthday and the Interior Ministry’s anniversary, after U.S. murder charges tied to the 1996 downing of civilian aircraft. China Pushes Back: Beijing condemned the latest U.S. tightening, calling it bullying and urging an end to the blockade and coercion. Energy and Daily Life Pressure: Cuba says U.S. measures effectively restrict oil supplies, worsening blackouts and shortages. Tourism Hit: Meliá is exiting more hotels, and Cuba’s government says it will open hotel management to Cuban investors at home and abroad. Humanitarian Aid: Colombia sent about 100 tons of aid to Cuba, including food, medicines, hospital supplies, and solar panels. Regional Politics: Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro accused the U.S. of aligning with drug-linked political forces ahead of a tight runoff. Health Cooperation: Russia and Cuba formalized cancer vaccine collaboration despite sanctions.
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