Is the US trying to force regime change in Cuba?
The article discusses the current situation in Cuba, highlighting the impact of US actions on the country's electricity supply. It mentions that the US has cut off oil supplies to Cuba and is now offering aid contingent on Cuba's compliance with US demands. The piece also touches on the broader context of US attempts to influence or change the Cuban government.
- ▪Cuba is experiencing nationwide electricity blackouts due to US actions.
- ▪The US has threatened other countries with tariffs to cut off oil supplies to Cuba.
- ▪The US is offering $100 million in aid to Cuba, but only if the country allows US influence over its future.
5 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 33 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 1 centre, 1 lean right.
- ▪ US plans to charge Raul Castro increases Trump administration’s pressure on Cuba — South China Morning Post
- ▪ Trump administration prepares to seek Raúl Castro indictment as it pressures Cuba, AP sources say - AP News — Google News
- ▪ Trump administration increases pressure on Cuba for regime change — Le Monde (EN)
- ▪ Can Cuba’s Regime Hold On? — The Dispatch
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| Original publisher | Al Jazeera English |
| Canonical URL | https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/5/18/is-the-us-trying-to-force-regime-change-in-cuba?traffic_source=rss |
| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 21:57:08 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-18T22:24:56.953Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-18T22:24:56.953Z |
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Toggle PlayIs the US trying to force regime change in Cuba?NewsFeedIs the US trying to force regime change in Cuba?Cuba is suffering nationwide electricity blackouts after the US cut off its oil supplies by threatening other countries with tariffs. Now, the US is offering Cuba $100m in aid but only if Cuba lets the US dictate its future. Al Jazeera’s Hala Al Shami explains the US’s repeated attempts to overthrow Cuba’s government.Published On 18 May 202618 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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