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January 26, 2023

US authorities see 97% decline in illegal border crossings by migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, Venezuela

The Biden administration announced a 97% decrease in illegal border crossings by migrants from Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Haiti after Mexico began accepting migrants.

January 25, 2023

US-Cuba dialogue focuses on 'law enforcement' concerns, congressional members warn against 'appeasement'

Cuba still protects over 70 fugitives who fled the United States in order to avoid criminal punishment, and congressional members have demanded their extradition.

January 17, 2023

Florida sheriff fires back at Karine Jean-Pierre accusing DeSantis of 'political stunts' on migrant crisis

Monroe County, Florida Sheriff Rick Ramsay called on the Biden admin. to secure the southern border and "be part of the solution, not part of the problem."

January 7, 2023

Former high-ranking US official who spied for Cuba released after 20 years

After pleading guilty to spying for Cuba in 2002, a former high-ranking U.S. official was released from prison Friday. Ana Belen Montes started spying for Havana in the 1980s.

January 4, 2023

US reopens visa, consular services at Cuban embassy for first time since 'Havana Syndrome' incidents

The American embassy in Havana, Cuba, has reopened its visa and consular services Wednesday for the first time since a series of health incidents dubbed the "Havana Syndrome."

January 2, 2023

Florida sees hundreds of migrants in boat landings over weekend, sheriff calls it 'mass migration crisis’

Hundreds of migrants have arrived in the Florida Keys over the weekend, prompting a park closure while authorities respond.

December 29, 2022

Cuban exodus to United States the largest in history amid economic crisis, gov't crackdowns

The number of Cubans fleeing to the United States is believed to be at a record high as the communist country continues to crack down on dissenters amid a sagging economy.

December 27, 2022

United States to allow MLB players to play for Cuba in World Baseball Classic

The United States is allowing Cuban MLB stars to represent their country in the World Baseball Classic in March, if they are invited and choose to play.

December 13, 2022

Cuban authorities intercept migrant raft sporting American flag in broad daylight

Cuba's coast guard intercepted passengers from an American flag-adorned raft Monday, confusing onlookers in nearby Havana — most attempted escapes from the nation are made in secrecy.

November 22, 2022

Cuban state visit to Russia demonstrates importance of Havana for Putin's anti-American agenda

Russia has aggressively pursued geopolitical and military alliances with key Latin American allies, particularly Cuba, as it seeks to boost its influence in Latin America.