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Despite Popular Rejection and a Ruined Army, Cuban President Díaz-Canel Threatens With “An Impregnable Resistance”

“Cuba would not last even one night against a drone and satellite attack” from the U.S., notes an article in the Spanish press. 14ymedio, March 18, 2026 – Madrid / In the midst of the holding pattern affecting a Cuba that is at the center of conversations abroad, but immobile within its own borders, this … Continue reading “Despite Popular Rejection and a Ruined Army, Cuban President Díaz-Canel Threatens With “An Impregnable Resistance””

Díaz-Canel Insists on Improving a Failed Economic Model Instead of Adopting Another One

Under another name, the regime offers the same recipes that have led the country to an unprecedented crisis. 14ymedio, Havana, 3 March 2026 — The lessons of the past have not sunk in at the top of the Cuban power structure, which continues to stumble, time and again, over the same stone in its failed … Continue reading “Díaz-Canel Insists on Improving a Failed Economic Model Instead of Adopting Another One”

Brigades Mobilize To Respond to the Garbage Crisis in Havana

Given the severity of the public health emergency, military personnel and civilians have been activated to collect solid waste 14ymedio / EFE, Havana, February 28, 2026 – Hundreds of brigades took to the streets of Havana this Friday to collect the mountains of accumulated garbage flooding the city, a public health problem that is now … Continue reading “Brigades Mobilize To Respond to the Garbage Crisis in Havana”

With Both Municipal Services and Residents Burning the Garbage, Havana Is Covered in Toxic Smoke

Authorities warn of the “serious health effects” of waste incineration 14ymedio, Havana, Darío Hernández, 23 February 2026 — “The garbage dump on the corner of my street is set on fire almost every day. There are times when the neighborhood is shrouded in mist, and it’s not mist, it’s smoke.” The scene Tony describes isn’t … Continue reading “With Both Municipal Services and Residents Burning the Garbage, Havana Is Covered in Toxic Smoke”

Ferrer Says a U.S. Strike Should Remove Díaz-Canel and Alejandro Castro from Cuba

In an interview with EFE, the former Cuban political prisoner speculated about a political transition on the Island similar to Venezuela’s EFE (via 14ymedio), Miami, February 19, 2026 – Former Cuban political prisoner José Daniel Ferrer said that a U.S. strike on Cuba similar to the one dealt to the Venezuelan government last January should … Continue reading “Ferrer Says a U.S. Strike Should Remove Díaz-Canel and Alejandro Castro from Cuba”

Cuba Returns to a Soccer World Cup for the First Time in 35 Years with Its Under-17 Team

A draw against Belize placed the Island’s team at the top of Group F with seven points. 14ymedio, Havana, February 12, 2026 – Cuba is returning to a soccer World Cup after 35 years of frustrated attempts, although not in the senior category. The achievement came this Wednesday when the Under-17 national team secured a … Continue reading “Cuba Returns to a Soccer World Cup for the First Time in 35 Years with Its Under-17 Team”

Tourists Aren’t Going to Cuba Anymore Because There’s No Food, Admits the Minister of Tourism

This sector “is experiencing the worst numbers in its recorded history” according to economist Pavel Vidal. 14ymedio, Madrid, July 16, 2025 [Delayed Translation] Cuban authorities no longer mention the Coronavirus pandemic, as they have until now, as an explanation for the tourism debacle. Discussing the topic at the Agro-Food Commission in Parliament this Tuesday, Minister … Continue reading “Tourists Aren’t Going to Cuba Anymore Because There’s No Food, Admits the Minister of Tourism”

Cuba’s Most Notorious of 2025

The Most Notorious of 2025 Cubanet, Luis Cino, Havana, 30 December 2025 1-Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez As he has done since taking office, the most inefficient and unpopular ruler that Cuba has ever had repeats in first place. This past 2025, Díaz-Canel has enthusiastically added to his track record, further increasing his total disconnection from reality: … Continue reading “Cuba’s Most Notorious of 2025”

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”

Pérez-Oliva, Fidel Castro’s Grandnephew, Is Already a Member of Parliament and Will Be Eligible To Run for the Presidency of the Republic

Rubén Remigio Ferro, president of the Supreme Court that tried former minister Alejandro Gil, is dismissed “The outlook for the economy is one of decline,” says Manuel Marrero in his speech to Parliament. 14ymedio, Havana, December 18, 2025 –The main news from Thursday’s session of the National Assembly of People’s Power (ANPP) is the appointment … Continue reading “Pérez-Oliva, Fidel Castro’s Grandnephew, Is Already a Member of Parliament and Will Be Eligible To Run for the Presidency of the Republic”

More of the Same in Cuba at the Plenary Session of the PCC Central Committee: “Intensify the Ideological Battle”

At Raúl Castro’s request, it was decided to postpone the ninth Congress, hoping to “unite forces” and create “better conditions”.  14ymedio, Havana, December 14, 2025 — The 11th Plenary Session of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba concluded on Saturday, leaving behind many slogans, lengthy ideological discussions and an almost total absence … Continue reading “More of the Same in Cuba at the Plenary Session of the PCC Central Committee: “Intensify the Ideological Battle””

For Their Daily Fight Against Garbage, Havana’s Street Sweepers Earn About Ten Dollars a Month

“Regla is one of the cleanest municipalities,” boasts a municipal employee, broom and dustpan in hand. 14ymedio, Dario Hernandez, Havana, December 12, 2025 – On the streets of Havana, the filth no longer surprises anyone. What is truly shocking is looking closely at those who, despite everything, continue sweeping. This newspaper approached two street sweepers … Continue reading “For Their Daily Fight Against Garbage, Havana’s Street Sweepers Earn About Ten Dollars a Month”

Cuba Closes November With a Record 1,192 Political Prisoners

Prisoners Defenders and the Cuban Observatory of Human Rights denounce the increase in repression in November 14ymedio, Havana, December 9, 2025 – Cuba closed November with 1,192 political prisoners, the highest figure ever recorded by Prisoners Defenders. In its report published this Tuesday, December 9, the organization denounces that repression is the only policy used … Continue reading “Cuba Closes November With a Record 1,192 Political Prisoners”

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”

In Cuba 56% of Santiago Residents Are Still Without Electricity Two Weeks After Hurricane Melissa

Díaz-Canel and Marrero tour the province devastated by the cyclone amid controversy over the sale of water and mattresses 14ymedio, Madrid, November 14, 2025 — President Miguel Díaz-Canel travelled to Santiago de Cuba to see the situation for himself two weeks after Hurricane Melissa struck. A meeting of the National Defence Council was held there and … Continue reading “In Cuba 56% of Santiago Residents Are Still Without Electricity Two Weeks After Hurricane Melissa”