Cuba & Russia
35 shared events · Importance 10 · Last updated May 17, 2026
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Cuba: Cuba is accused of acquiring military drones and planning attacks against United States interests, leading to increased tensions and potential military aggression from the United States. The country is also facing economic sanctions and a fuel blockade.
Russia: Russia is implicated as a supplier of attack drones to Cuba, contributing to United States concerns about regional security.
May 17, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Cuba: Cuba is under pressure from the Donald Trump administration, facing a potential indictment against Raúl Castro and an economic blockade that has led to severe blackouts, food shortages, and economic collapse.
Russia: Russia launched a missile attack on Ukraine — Kyiv, resulting in 24 deaths and causing significant damage, marking one of the deadliest attacks in the ongoing war.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Cuba: The United States is not looking at imminent military action against Cuba despite Donald Trump's threats, but new sanctions have been imposed on Cuba — GAESA.
Russia: Russia's Defense Ministry reported shooting down 347 Ukrainian drones in a major attack, and Western intelligence officials accuse Russia of ramping up targeted killings of opponents in Europe.
May 07, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Cuba: Cuba is facing new sanctions and threats of military action from the United States, while also being offered humanitarian aid. Its government is resisting US conditions for aid and maintaining its stance on internal governance.
Russia: The United States sees increasing influence on Cuba by Russia, including intelligence and logistics cooperation, as a national security threat.
May 07, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Cuba: Cuba engaged in high-level talks with the United States, with discussions focusing on intelligence cooperation, economic stability, and security.
Russia: Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, causing significant casualties and damage to infrastructure.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Cuba: Cuba is facing new sanctions from the Trump administration and has been the subject of threats of military action, though U.S. officials do not see imminent action.
Russia: Russia, as an ally of Iran, vetoed a prior International — United Nations Security Council resolution calling for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
May 04, 2026 · 139 articles
International
Cuba: Cuba is mentioned in the context of its ambassador to the U.N. slamming Pete Hegseth's testimony that Cuba poses a threat to the United States.
Russia: The Russian invasion of Ukraine contributed to an energy price shock in June 2022, which is mentioned in the context of historical inflation.
May 12, 2026 · 49 articles
International
Cuba: Cuba has been subjected to an oil blockade by the United States as part of Donald Trump's Latin America policy.
Russia: The United States previously closed three Russian facilities, including a consulate in San Francisco.
May 07, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Cuba: Cuba announced the release of 2,010 prisoners as a 'humanitarian gesture' during Holy Week, amidst intense pressure from the United States and an oil blockade.
Apr 02, 2026 · 43 articles
International
Cuba: Cuba's president Miguel Díaz-Canel sent condolences to Iran over Ali Khamenei's death, calling it an 'unscrupulous violation of international law'.
Feb 28, 2026 · 358 articles
International
Cuba: Cuba is mentioned as one of the long-running problems Donald Trump aimed to solve, in the context of his legacy.
Apr 06, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Cuba: Cuba was mentioned by Donald Trump as a country he believes he will 'take' soon, though no action has been taken.
Apr 05, 2026 · 42 articles
International
Cuba: Cuba has been subject to naval blockades by the United States, a tactic President Donald Trump has also employed against Iran, highlighting a pattern of foreign policy.
Russia: Russia exchanged attacks with Ukraine, killing and wounding dozens, with drone and missile strikes in Dnipro and other areas.
Apr 22, 2026 · 43 articles
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