AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHumanitarian Crisis: The UN says U.S. sanctions are driving child deaths in Cuba, citing doubled infant mortality and collapsing access to pediatric cancer care as medicine shortages worsen. Diplomatic Pressure: The European Parliament is set to vote on suspending its cooperation deal with Cuba unless the regime moves fast toward multiparty democracy, including calls for the release of nearly 1,300 political prisoners. Travel Hit: Delta cancels Havana–Atlanta and cuts Miami–Havana by half, while Iberia pauses Madrid–Havana and Cayman Airways will suspend Havana flights—another sign tourism is shrinking under fuel and sanctions strain. Everyday Life: New “priority” rules restrict inter-city travel to the sick and emergencies, with trains running far less often. Power Strain: Havana’s Miramar is described as increasingly unlivable amid garbage and outages, and Santiago de Cuba residents protest prolonged blackouts. Energy & Sanctions: The U.S. announces fresh sanctions on CUPET, deepening pressure during Cuba’s energy emergency. Local Economy: A Cuban mother goes viral selling tamales and other street foods to feed her son as prices and shortages squeeze families.
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