Tag: Cuba
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Cuba Reveals 32 Officers Killed in U.S. Venezuela Operation
Overview of the Announcement C Cuba has publicly released the names, ranks, and ages of 32 Cuban military personnel who were killed during a U.S. operation in Venezuela. The government said it would observe two days of national mourning in response to the casualties. The disclosure marks a rare moment of official transparency about the…
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Cuba Reveals Names of 32 Cuban Officers Killed in U.S. Action in Venezuela
Introduction: Cuba discloses the fallen The Cuban government has publicly released the names, ranks, and ages of 32 Cuban military personnel who were killed during the U.S. operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. The announcement comes as Havana declares two days of national mourning in response to the losses…
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Cuba Names 32 Officers Killed in U.S. Action in Venezuela
Overview: Cuba releases the identities of the fallen Cuba has published the names, ranks, and ages of 32 Cuban military personnel who were reported killed during a U.S.-led operation described by Havana as the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The government announced a two-day period of national mourning in response to the deaths. The…
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Trump Threats to Attack: Greenland, Cuba, Iran and More
Overview: A pattern of threats amid a volatile crisis Since the weekend that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was detained by U.S. forces, President Donald Trump and senior aides have publicly warned a slate of nations and territories. The warnings have varied in tone and specificity, but together they paint a portrait of a U.S. administration…
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After Hurricane Melissa: Mosquito-borne Illnesses Worsen the Wounds in Cuba
Overview: A Storm’s Aftermath and an Ongoing Threat When Hurricane Melissa struck eastern Cuba, communities faced immediate devastation: damaged homes, flooded fields, and disrupted livelihoods. But as relief efforts begin, a quieter, persistent danger has surged to the surface. Mosquito-borne illnesses—long a public health hurdle in the region—are thriving in the breeding grounds left by…
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After Hurricane Melissa: Mosquito-borne Illnesses Compound Hardships for Cubans
Introduction: A fragile recovery shadowed by mosquito-borne illness When Hurricane Melissa struck eastern Cuba, it did more than topple trees and flood streets. It altered the living conditions that prevent disease and created new breeding grounds for mosquitoes. In the weeks that followed, residents faced an alarming rise in mosquito-borne illnesses, a secondary crisis that…
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After the Storm: How Hurricane Melissa Turns into a Mosquito Nightmare in Cuba
Hurricane Melissa’s Aftermath: A Dual Battle With Nature When Hurricane Melissa tore across eastern Cuba, it left more than shattered roofs and flooded fields. The real challenge began in the days that followed, as stagnant water and weakened health systems created the perfect breeding ground for mosquito-borne illnesses. For farmers, families, and small communities, the…
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Hurricane Melissa Leaves Nearly 6 Million in Caribbean in Need of Aid
Overview: A Caribbean Emergency Expands Hurricane Melissa has battered the Caribbean, affecting nearly 6 million people across Haiti, Cuba, and Jamaica. The storm brought catastrophic winds, flooding, and widespread destruction to towns and villages that were already grappling with long-term vulnerabilities. As rescue and relief efforts mobilize, authorities warn that the needs extend beyond immediate…
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Caribbean Braces as Hurricane Melissa Impacts Nearly 6 Million
Overview: Hurricane Melissa’s Reach Across the Caribbean Hurricane Melissa has left an indelible mark across the Caribbean, with nearly 6 million people affected by its destruction. In Haiti, Cuba, and Jamaica, communities faced extensive damage to homes, infrastructure, and crops, alongside heartbreaking losses of life. The storm’s trajectory and intensity prompted swift international relief efforts…
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Hurricane Melissa Hits Caribbean: Millions Affected, UN Warns
Overview Hurricane Melissa has left a broad swath of destruction across the Caribbean, with Haiti, Cuba, and Jamaica reporting extensive damage and loss of life. Officials estimate that almost 6 million people across the region are affected, many facing displacement, food shortages, and interrupted access to basic services. As communities begin the long road to…