NYTIMES (Pranav Baskar) - What to Know About Iran’s Economic Ties With Gulf Countries
The United Arab Emirates, Iran’s most important regional trading partner, announced a total embargo on transactions with Tehran on Tuesday.
REDSTATE (streiff) - Houthis Enter the Chat. Yemen Proclaims 'Embargo' of Red Sea Shipping From Saudi Arabia
ABCNEWS - Water shortages worsen across Cuba as oil supplies dwindle
Nearly 3 million Cubans are experiencing water shortages every day because of a severe oil shortage that government officials blame on a U.S. energy blockade
THENATIONALPULSE (Pulse Wires) - WATCH: Acting AG Blanche Details Raul Castro Indictment – ‘If You Kill Americans, We Will Pursue You.’
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has provided details on the indictment of Raúl Castro for his involvement in the 1996 shootdown of two American planes, marking a significant move against Cuba's leadership.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has provided details on the indictment of Raúl Castro for his involvement in the 1996 shootdown of two American planes, marking a significant move against Cuba’s leadership . PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche detailed Wednesday’s indictment of former Cuban dictator Raúl Castro, brother of the late Fidel Castro, for his role in the 1996 shootdown of two American-operated humanitarian planes over international waters. KEY QUOTE: “Over three decades later, we are committed to holding those accountable for the murders of four brave Americans: Carlos Costa, Armando Alejandre Jr., Mario de la Peña, and Pablo Morales. For the first time in nearly 70 years, senior…Open
NYTIMES (Julian E. Barnes, Tyler Pager, Eric Schmitt, Michael Crowley and Frances Robles) - With Possible Raúl Castro Indictment, U.S. Eyes Venezuela Playbook
Amid stepped-up surveillance flights, a visit of the C.I.A. director and an energy embargo, the White House is trying to increase pressure on Cuba.
JUSTTHENEWS (Kevin Killough) - Democrat Rep Jayapal says she's working with foreign diplomats to help Cuba bypass U.S. oil blockade
Since Maduro was removed, Rep. Pramila Jayapal said, only one Russian tanker got past the U.S. de facto embargo, which provided 10 to 14 days of fuel.
AXIOS (Marc Caputo) - Scoop: Inside the historic U.S.-Cuba negotiations in Havana
U.S. State Department officials met in Havana with Cuban apparatchiks —including the grandson of aging strongman Raul Castro — to urge democratic and economic freedoms and warn of the risks of not heeding their advice, Axios has learned. - The U.S. delegation also offered to help restore internet services by setting up Starlink satellite services. Why it matters: The meeting last Friday itself marks a diplomatic breakthrough because it's the first time a U.S. government plane has touched down since President Obama visited a decade ago in an effort for rapprochement. - This time, Cuba is closer to societal collapse than ever, President Trump is in office with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and they're far less inclined to make…
AXIOS (Hans Nichols) - Scoop: U.S. suggests Cuba complicit in helping Russia fight Ukraine
The Trump administration has informed Congress that Cuba has contributed up to 5,000 fighters for Russia's war in Ukraine , while also providing "diplomatic and political support for Moscow," according to an official transmission from the State Department. Why it matters: The U.S. is directly suggesting that the current Cuban regime is complicit in supplying Russia with troops. - "The public record does not prove Havana officially dispatched all Cuban fighters," the five-page unclassified report states. - "However, there are significant indicators that the regime knowingly tolerated, enabled, or selectively facilitated the flow." - "The Cuban regime has failed to protect its citizens from being used as pawns in the Russia-Ukraine war,"…
NEWSNATIONNOW (Sophie Brams) - Russia may test Trump's Cuba's blockade with oil tankers crossing Atlantic
Cuba has plunged into a deep economic and energy crisis due to an oil embargo put in place by the Trump administration in January.
THENATIONALPULSE (Pulse Wires) - Russia Warns Against Trump’s Plans to ‘Take’ Cuba.
PULSE POINTSWHAT HAPPENED: Russia has responded strongly to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s remarks about “taking” Cuba, condemning U.S. interference.WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, Russia’s foreign ministry, and Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel.WHEN & WHERE: Statements were made in March 2026, with tensions centered on Cuba and its relations with the U.S. and Russia.KEY QUOTE: “I […] The post Russia Warns Against Trump’s Plans to ‘Take’ Cuba. appeared first on The National Pulse .
PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Russia has responded strongly to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s remarks about “taking” Cuba, condemning U.S. interference. WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, Russia’s foreign ministry, and Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel. WHEN & WHERE: Statements were made in March 2026, with tensions centered on Cuba and its relations with the U.S. and Russia. KEY QUOTE: “I do believe I’ll be having the honor of taking Cuba. That’s a big honor… Taking Cuba in some form.” – Donald Trump. IMPACT: Russia reaffirmed its support for Cuba, condemning U.S. sanctions and interference, while the island faces worsening economic conditions and protests . IN FULL Long-time Cuban ally Russia is condemning U.S.…Open