CIA Director meets with Cuban officials in Havana
CIA Director John Ratcliffe held discussions with top Cuban officials in Havana amid a significant energy crisis in Cuba. The meeting was confirmed by both U.S. and Cuban sources. (sources: abcnews, cbsnews, nbcnews, aljazeera, theguardian)
Ratcliffe's visit to Cuba coincided with the country's ongoing energy challenges, including a crisis affecting its national grid. The discussions may address the impact of U.S. sanctions on Cuba's energy supply.
- Ratcliffe met with Cuban officials in Havana, as reported by both U.S. and Cuban sources.
- Cuba is experiencing a severe energy crisis, exacerbated by U.S. sanctions leading to fuel shortages.
- Cuban President Diaz-Canel expressed openness to U.S. assistance during this crisis.
Why it matters
The meeting highlights ongoing diplomatic interactions between the U.S. and Cuba amid significant challenges facing the Cuban energy sector.
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This story is about CIA Director meets with Cuban officials in Havana. This bill would Set FY2026 State/foreign programs funding levels and enforce Cuba-related funding restrictions/exceptions (e.g., embassy operations in Havan.
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