Cuba

Cuba is currently experiencing one of its worst economic crises, exacerbated by a US oil embargo. President Miguel Diaz-Canel has accused the United States of "genocide" and seeking to seize the island nation, framing the current difficulties within a narrative of US aggression. This comes as Cuba commemorates key revolutionary anniversaries, notably marked by the absence of former president Raul Castro, a significant departure from tradition. In parallel, humanitarian aid from the US is being distributed in towns near Havana, facilitated by the Catholic Church, though its distribution is politically sensitive. The US administration has also intensified its rhetoric, releasing reports alleging ties between left-wing US groups and the Cuban government, labeling Havana as the "capital of 21st-century communism" and a "unique threat." These developments are further compounded by the departure of international businesses, such as the Spanish hotel chain Meliá, due to legal and financial pressures stemming from US sanctions, highlighting the profound impact of US policy on Cuba's economy and international relations.