Business
Venezuela’s Oil Boom Under Trump Oversight Fuels Discontent, Not Relief
Venezuela's increased oil revenue under US oversight isn't helping citizens, fueling growing anger.
Tag: US Sanctions
News
US Halts Florida Firm’s Fuel Shipment to Cuba Amid Energy Crisis
US blocks Vanguard Energy's 250,000-barrel fuel deal to Cuba, potentially worsening its energy crisis.
Business
Cuba Faces Economic Strain as Hotel Chains Exit Amidst US Sanctions
International hotel chains are withdrawing from Cuba as U.S. sanctions tighten, impacting the island's tourism and economy.
International
Iran Nuclear Deal Stalemate: US Sanctions and Diplomatic Deadlock Persist
US sanctions and diplomatic deadlock persist as efforts to revive Iran's nuclear deal stall, raising regional stability concerns.
Legal
US Reinstates Sanctions on UN Legal Expert Critical of Israel
US re-imposes sanctions on UN legal expert Francesca Albanese after a court had ordered their suspension.
International
Russian Oil Tanker Diverts, Leaving Cuba Fuel-Starved Amidst US Blockade
A Russian oil tanker en route to Cuba has changed course, intensifying the island's fuel crisis amid a U.S. blockade.
Legal
UN Envoy Wins Legal Battle Over US Sanctions for Israel Criticism
A UN official sanctioned by the US for criticizing Israel wins a court ruling asserting her free speech rights.
Legal
US Justice Dept. Indicts Raúl Castro in Cuba Pressure Escalation
US Justice Dept. indicts former Cuban leader Raúl Castro, escalating pressure on Havana.
Business
US Tightens Grip on Cuba with New Sanctions on Officials and Agencies
US imposes new sanctions on Cuban officials and agencies, including the police, intensifying pressure.
Business
Venezuelan Hardship Persists Despite U.S. Pressure on Maduro
Venezuelans face persistent hardship as U.S. pressure on Maduro's oil industry yields little immediate change.