The White House labels Cuba an “unusual and extraordinary threat,” tightening the blockade and regional pressure. By Gabriel Vera Lopes, from Havana / Cuba President Trump signed an executive order this Thursday (29) declaring a “national emergency,” arguing that Cuba represents an alleged “unusual and extraordinary threat” to the security of the United States. The measure imposes new tariffs on ...
The United States continues efforts to create international diplomatic pressure – without much success and even putting in jeopardy long established US diplomacy tools. On July 25, the US has published a joint statement, urging “the Cuban government to heed the voices and demands of the Cuban people”. The declaration demanded “the release of detained”, establishment of press freedom and ...