Cuba’s daily squeeze: A new report describes how ordinary Cubans are forced to cook with charcoal and even chop firewood as fuel shortages worsen under Trump’s pressure campaign, with blackouts and rising hardship hitting families hard. US pressure and possible escalation: Multiple pieces warn that Washington is preparing for “messy” scenarios and that any move against Cuba could turn into a costly fiasco, with analysts pointing to growing military posture in the Caribbean. Guantánamo talks: The US and Cuban militaries held rare meetings near Guantánamo as tensions rise, with officials framing the talks as routine while critics see mounting risk. Sanctions focus on GAESA: The US Treasury sanctioned GAESA, calling it a military-controlled conglomerate that siphons aid and dominates large parts of Cuba’s economy. Energy and telecom strain: Cuba’s communications ministry denied a viral claim of a 3-hour daily mobile internet limit, even as the island’s power crisis keeps disrupting life. Humanitarian aid: Donated powdered milk has begun reaching Cuba, prioritizing young children and pediatric care. Cuba abroad: Cubans in Spain surged in new citizenships in 2025, while Cubans in Mexico are urging Cuba’s consulate in Cancún to speak out against discrimination. Sports/culture: Cuban athletes and artists continue to surface internationally, from triple-jump wins in France to a French rapper releasing a song about Cuba’s crisis.