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Federal Judge Orders Parole Restoration for Cuban CBP One Migrants
Historic ruling by Judge Burroughs overturns mass termination of humanitarian parole for migrants from Cuba, Venezuela, Haiti and Nicaragua
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Cuba introduces 2000 and 5000 peso bills to combat rampant inflation
The Central Bank of Cuba releases new high-denomination banknotes (2,000 and 5,000 CUP) to facilitate cash transactions amid the ongoing economic crisis.
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Cuba: 15 Detained Following Protests in Santiago and Bayamo
At least 15 people remain detained in Cuba following recent protests in Santiago de Cuba and Bayamo over blackouts and food shortages.
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Cuba Projects Economic Stagnation in 2026: GDP to Barely Grow by 1%
The Cuban government estimates economic growth of 1% for 2026, after failing to meet its targets and facing a severe GDP contraction.
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Two Sailboats Carrying Mexican Humanitarian Aid to Cuba Disappear
Two vessels that departed from Quintana Roo with medical supplies and food for the island lost contact with the Mexican Navy.
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Cuba Releases 21 Political Prisoners After Vatican Mediation
Cubalex confirms release of 21 protesters from July 11 demonstrations out of 51 promised by Cuban government following diplomatic Vatican efforts
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Cuban Mother Detained by ICE After Family Trip to Cuba
Yaima de las Mercedes Suárez's case exposes vulnerabilities of permanent residents with remote criminal records
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Supreme Court debates 'arrives in' US: asylum future at stake
Justices debate 'metering' policy that allows rejecting asylum seekers at border. Will affect 300,000 Cubans in limbo.
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Over 600 Aftershocks Rock Eastern Cuba after Strong Earthquake
Seismological activity persists in Guantánamo and Santiago de Cuba. Authorities report property damage and maintain an alert in the region.