Cuba

Cuba Moves Away From its Communist Past and Toward a Modern Future

Cuba is set to turn the page on decades of communism, after lawmakers approved a rewrite of its 42-year-old constitution that would fundamentally reshape the island's government, society and economy. But although the document removes...

By Ciara Nugent July 26, 2018

Cuba Plane Crash Death Toll Rises to 111

Mexico has suspended operations of the airline that leased the aircraft to Cuba

By Eli Meixler April 29, 2021

The U.S. Is Warning Americans Not to Travel to Cuba

21 U.S. diplomats and family members have been experiencing mysterious health problems

By Tessa Berenson April 29, 2021

U.S. Diplomats in Cuba Were Injured by a 'Sonic Weapon.' What Is That?

The devices can cause serious pain and, theoretically, death

By Kate Samuelson April 29, 2021

Cuban Ambassador to the U.S. Criticizes President Trump's Policy Rollbacks

The tweet has since been deleted

By Aric Jenkins April 29, 2021

Trump Curbs Obama's Cuba Deal

President Trump announced a new policy in regard to the U.S.'s relationship with Cuba, restricting travel and spending, on Friday. During a speech in Miami, which featured appearances by Sen. Marco Rubio, Florida Gov. Rick...

By Maya Rhodan April 29, 2021

Watch Live: President Trump Is About to Rollback Obama's Cuba Policy

Trump called for a full reversal of Obama's Cuba policy during the campaign

By Lisa Marie Segarra June 16, 2017

Trump Shouldn’t Undo Obama’s Opening on Cuba

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By The Aspen Institute February 2, 2017

After Castro—5 Nations Where Dictators Still Rule

Autocracies are still far too common

By Ian Bremmer April 29, 2021

The Time I Stood Up to Fidel Castro

‘Talk about intimidation’

By Tavis Smiley November 28, 2016

Donald Trump Threatens to 'Terminate' Cuba Deal

"If Cuba is unwilling to make a better deal"

By Maya Rhodan April 29, 2021

Obama: History Will Judge Castro

President Obama said he extends 'hand of friendship' to Cubans

By Maya Rhodan April 29, 2021

Miami Residents Celebrate Fidel Castro's Death

Florida leaders, including Sen. Marco Rubio, condemned Fidel Castro's legacy

By Katie Reilly April 29, 2021

Inside Fidel Castro's Cuba — and His Legacy

Castro’s Cuba confounded the visitor by throwing tragedy, comedy and romance all together

By Pico Iyer April 29, 2021

Fidel Castro Dies at 90

Castro will be remembered as much if not more as a tragic caudillo

By Tim Padgett April 29, 2021

World Leaders React to Fidel Castro's Death

On Twitter, President-elect Donald Trump said only, "Fidel Castro is dead!"

By Katie Reilly April 29, 2021

How Castro Went From Revolutionary to Ruler

The Cuban leader has died at 90

By Lily Rothman April 29, 2021

Cuba to Hold Military Drills After Trump Victory

Strategic exercises typically coincide with periods of diplomatic tension and have been used to send a signal to the U.S.

By Joseph Hincks November 29, 2016

Philippines' Duterte Offers a Glimpse of What Trump Foreign Policy Might Be Like

Both the Philippine President and the U.S. Republican presidential candidate have irked traditional allies and move closer to rivals

By Charlie Campbell / Beijing April 29, 2021

President Obama Lifts Restrictions on Cuban Rum and Cigars

The changes will take effect Oct. 17

By Tessa Berenson April 29, 2021

John Oliver Reminds the World That Guantanamo Prison Still Exists

Oliver believes that Obama should make good on his promise to close the prison now or simply move it to the U.S.

By Melissa Locker October 10, 2016

First Scheduled Flight Between U.S. and Cuba Lands

But a memorandum of understanding between Cuba and the U.S. will limit Havana flights to 20 round trips per day

By Jeffrey Dastin / Reuters August 31, 2016

U.S. Transfers 15 Guantánamo Detainees to UAE

The facility's population is down to 61 detainees

By Daniel White April 29, 2021

You Can Soon Get Cuban Coffee for Your Nespresso

For the first time in half a century, Cuban coffee will be sold in the U.S. starting this fall

By John Kell / Fortune June 21, 2016

6 U.S. Airlines Approved for Cuba Flights

Six American airlines will be allowed to conduct flights in the fall

By Daniel White June 10, 2016

Former Cuban Prisoner: Human-Rights Violations Remain

Despite renewed ties with the U.S.

By Armando Valladares June 2, 2016

5 Facts to Explain Obama's Foreign Policy Breakthroughs—and Failures

On balance, a strong record on foreign policy

By Ian Bremmer April 29, 2021

Cubans Will Be Allowed to Set Up Businesses

President Raul Castro has engaged with the U.S. and has begun opening up the economy

By Simon Lewis May 24, 2016

Donald Trump and the Truth About Lee Harvey Oswald and Cuba

Lee Harvey Oswald and Rafael Cruz were on different sides of the debate over Cuba in the 1960s

By Lily Rothman May 3, 2016

Giovanni Ribisi Hangs With Hemingway in First Hollywood Film Shot in Cuba Since 1959

Adrian Sparks plays the literary icon in PAPA: Hemingway in Cuba

By Eliza Berman April 29, 2021

Fidel Castro Registers His Disapproval of Obama Visit

Fidel Castro had some harsh words for Barack Obama after his visit to Cuba last week. The former Cuban leader laid into Obama and his visit in El Granma, the official state newspaper of the...

By Tessa Berenson April 29, 2021

Why Beefing Up Airport Security Won't Make Us Safer

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By The Aspen Institute March 25, 2016

Obama Defends Attending Baseball Game In Cuba After Brussels Attacks

He was criticized after doing "the wave" at the game

By Melissa Chan March 23, 2016

Watch President Obama Do the Wave With Raúl Castro at a Baseball Game

Michelle joined in, too

By Megan McCluskey March 22, 2016

Read President Obama's Speech to the Cuban People

President Obama spoke directly to the Cuban people in speech in Havana, outlining a path forward for the U.S. and the island nation. Here is a full transcript of his remarks. OBAMA: Thank you. Muchos...

By Ryan Teague Beckwith March 22, 2016

President Obama Outlines Path Forward for Cuba

President Obama stood before the Cuban people on the last day of his historic trip, offering the citizens of the island nation a “saludo de paz.” After engaging with the Cuban government, entrepreneurs, and the...

By Maya Rhodan April 29, 2021

Obama on Belgium Attacks: 'The World Must Unite'

President Obama began his speech to the Cuban people Tuesday by addressing the day's terrorist attacks in Brussels that left dozens dead. Speaking in Havana Tuesday morning, Obama said, "The thoughts and the prayers of...

By Tessa Berenson April 29, 2021

Obama Extends 'a Hand of Friendship' to the Cuban People

President Obama bookended his historic trip to Cuba by speaking directly to the people he hopes the ongoing rapprochement will benefit. " I have come here to bury the last remnant of the Cold War...

By Maya Rhodan March 22, 2016

Watch Live: President Obama Addresses the Cuban People

The U.S. president is expected to address the issue of human rights violations

By Eliana Dockterman March 22, 2016

Expedia Fined $325,000 for Breaching Travel Sanctions to Cuba

It Just Got a Lot Harder for Americans to Travel to Cuba

Rationing Begins, as Cuba Braces for Economic Impact From Venezuela Crisis

How Doctors Became Cuba's Biggest Export

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