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The Family of Cuba’s Former Minister Alejandro Gil Is Evicted From Their Home in Miramar

The property was confiscated as part of the execution of the sentence handed down against the former deputy prime minister, who was sentenced to life imprisonment. The family of Alejandro Gil Fernández, Cuba’s former Minister of Economy, sentenced to life imprisonment for espionage, was evicted this Wednesday from their home in the upscale Havana neighborhood … Continue reading “The Family of Cuba’s Former Minister Alejandro Gil Is Evicted From Their Home in Miramar”

Cuba’s Supreme Court Upholds Life Sentence for Former Vice Prime Minister Alejandro Gil

The ruling brings to an end two appeals in a case that combined economic crimes, leaks involving Venezuela, and espionage. 14ymedio, Havana January 24, 2026 – The Supreme People’s Court (TSP) ruled this Friday to uphold the two guilty verdicts against Alejandro Gil Fernández, former vice prime minister and former Minister of the Economy of … Continue reading “Cuba’s Supreme Court Upholds Life Sentence for Former Vice Prime Minister Alejandro Gil”

The “Espionage” Accusation Against Alejandro Gil Points to Damage to Venezuela

A document from the Cuban Prosecutor’s Office obtained by 14ymedio accuses the former minister of having revealed sensitive data to the CIA about cooperation between Caracas and Havana. 14ymedio, Havana,January 10, 2026 — The recent capture of Nicolás Maduro has once again put the spotlight on the close and opaque relationship between Caracas and Havana. In that … Continue reading “The “Espionage” Accusation Against Alejandro Gil Points to Damage to Venezuela”

Cuban Faces 2025: Laura Gil, the Minister’s Daughter Who Demanded Transparency in Her Father’s Trial

The daughter of the convicted former minister broke her silence, appealing to the Constitution of the Republic and its recognition of “freedom of expression for all citizens” 14ymedio, Havana, December 25, 2025 – The Facebook post made on July 3, 2023, by Laura María Gil González, daughter of former Minister of Economy and Planning Alejandro … Continue reading “Cuban Faces 2025: Laura Gil, the Minister’s Daughter Who Demanded Transparency in Her Father’s Trial”

Former Cuban Economy Minister Alejandro Gil Sentenced to Life in Prison for Espionage

In a second trial for bribery, influence peddling, and tax evasion, he received an additional sentence of 20 years in prison 14ymedio, Havana, December 8, 2025 — The People’s Supreme Court has issued a ruling against Alejandro Gil Fernández, former Minister of Economy and Planning and one of the officials most heavily promoted by official … Continue reading “Former Cuban Economy Minister Alejandro Gil Sentenced to Life in Prison for Espionage”

The Second Secret Trial of Former Minister Gil Fernández Began Today in Marianao

A reporter from 14ymedio noted the deployment of State Security and the absence of the international press. 14ymedio, Havana/Madrid, November 26, 2025 — Not only behind closed doors but also without advance public announcement, the second trial of the former minister of economy and planning, Alejandro Gil Fernández, indicted two weeks ago for espionage, took place … Continue reading “The Second Secret Trial of Former Minister Gil Fernández Began Today in Marianao”

Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero “Is Behind” the Trial of Gil Fernández for Alleged Collaboration With the CIA

The sister of the former Minister of Economy describes a plot devised by the prime minister and the military sector of the Cuban regime to protect their economic interests 14ymedio, Madrid, November 22, 2025 — María Victoria Gil, the sister of Alejandro Gil who was tried last week behind closed doors for espionage, has said that … Continue reading “Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero “Is Behind” the Trial of Gil Fernández for Alleged Collaboration With the CIA”

The Trial of Cuba’s Former Economy Minister Alejandro Gil Is Extended One Day Longer Than Expected

The TPS president who is judging the former official made a public argument in favor of the death penalty two years ago. 14ymedio, Madrid, November 13, 2025 — The trial in which former Economy Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Alejandro Gil Fernández was accused of espionage concluded this Thursday, one day longer than expected, according … Continue reading “The Trial of Cuba’s Former Economy Minister Alejandro Gil Is Extended One Day Longer Than Expected”

A Heavy Police Presence and Closed Businesses Surround the Courthouse Where Alejandro Gil Is Being Tried

The regime is deploying surveillance not only in Marianao, where the hearing is taking place, but also at the main headquarters of the Supreme People’s Court in Old Havana. 14ymedio, Darío Hernández/Yaiza Santos, Havana/Madrid, November 11, 2025 — The area surrounding the People’s Civil and Family Court of Marianao, in Havana, was heavily guarded this Tuesday … Continue reading “A Heavy Police Presence and Closed Businesses Surround the Courthouse Where Alejandro Gil Is Being Tried”

In Addition to Former Minister Alejandro Gil, Several High-Ranking Officials of the Regime Will Be Tried

The prosecution is seeking a 30-year prison sentence for the former head of the Economy department and minimum sentences of 15 years for the others. 14ymedio, Yaiza Santos, Madrid, November 5, 2025 – The imminent trial of former Economy and Finance Minister Alejandro Gil Fernández, accused of serious crimes such as embezzlement, money laundering, and … Continue reading “In Addition to Former Minister Alejandro Gil, Several High-Ranking Officials of the Regime Will Be Tried”

Alejandro Gil’s Sister Says the Prosecutor’s Office Will Ask for “Life Imprisonment” for the Former Minister

María Victoria Gil Fernández, a resident in Spain, cites a “source close to the investigation” 14ymedio, Madrid, 1 November 2025 — “If Alejandro Gil has been capable of betraying his principles, I will not hesitate to wish that the full weight of the law falls upon him,” his sister María Victoria asserted this Saturday in statements … Continue reading “Alejandro Gil’s Sister Says the Prosecutor’s Office Will Ask for “Life Imprisonment” for the Former Minister”

The Cuban Prosecutor’s Office Is Seeking Prison Time for Former Minister Alejandro Gil for “Espionage” and Other Crimes

Held in a secret location since March 2024, the former Minister of Economy and Finance was a trusted advisor to Miguel Díaz-Canel. 14ymedio, Havana, November 1, 2025 — After more than a year and a half without official news, it was learned this Friday that the former Minister of Economy and Planning, Alejandro Gil Fernández, is … Continue reading “The Cuban Prosecutor’s Office Is Seeking Prison Time for Former Minister Alejandro Gil for “Espionage” and Other Crimes”

The Daughter of Cuba’s Former Economy Minister Alejandro Gil Demands a Public Trial Open to the Press.

Her father “will not, under any circumstances, acknowledge any crime that he is accused of and that has not been duly verified.” 14ymedio, Havana, 1 November 2025 — The daughter of former Cuban Economy Minister Alejandro Gil Fernández has reacted a few hours after the espionage accusation against her father became public. Laura María Gil … Continue reading “The Daughter of Cuba’s Former Economy Minister Alejandro Gil Demands a Public Trial Open to the Press.”

Cubans Are Blocked from Attending Gabriela Fernández’s Talk in Madrid

Only Spaniards loyal to the Cuban regime and Embassy staff were allowed to enter. 14ymedio, Yunior García Aguilera, Madrid, 5 May 2025 — On Monday, some twenty Cubans heckled Gabriela Fernández Álvarez, host of the pro-government program Con Filo, which airs on Cuban TV, as she left a conference where she gave a talk in … Continue reading “Cubans Are Blocked from Attending Gabriela Fernández’s Talk in Madrid”

Vicky Gil, Outraged by the Cuban TV Show Con Filo’s Defamations Against Her Brother

14ymedio, Havana, 17 March 2024 — María Victoria Gil Fernández, Alejandro Gil’s sister, continues to cry out to the heavens from Spain through her social networks. This Saturday, two days after reproaching the independent press for statements that she denied having given – “I beg the media to allow us to be in peace” – … Continue reading “Vicky Gil, Outraged by the Cuban TV Show Con Filo’s Defamations Against Her Brother”