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US progressive press condemns Trump’s policy on Cuba

Published on: June 21, 2026
11:51

Washington, Jun 18 (Prensa Latina) Progressive media outlets in the United States are questioning the Trump administration's aggressive policy toward Cuba, warning that the intensified blockade is a severe humanitarian punishment against the island's civilian population.

Cuba condemns anti-Cuban resolution passed in the European Parliament

Published on: June 21, 2026
11:50

Brussels, Jun 18 (Prensa Latina) Cuba condemned the arrogant and undignified attitude of the European Parliament for passing a resolution, riddled with double standards, against the island in a divided vote on a proposal from the right wing in that body.

Diaz-Canel calls for unity before intensification of blockade on Cuba

Published on: June 21, 2026
11:50

Havana, Jun 18 (Prensa Latina) The First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba (CCPCC), Miguel Diaz-Canel, urged his compatriots to close ranks and stand firm in the face of the relentless aggression of the intensified economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States.

Daesh claims attack against judicial official near Damascus

Published on: June 21, 2026
11:49

Damascus, Jun18 (Prensa Latina) The Islamic State terrorist group (Daesh in Arabic) claimed responsibility today for the attack on the vehicle of the head of the Justice Department in the town of Babila, on the outskirts of the Syrian capital, Damascus.

China highlights its ties with Africa and Arab countries

Published on: June 21, 2026
11:48

Beijing, Jun 18 (Prensa Latina) China highlighted on Thursday the progress of its relations with Africa and Arab countries in the context of the 70th anniversary of the beginning of those diplomatic ties.

Reports indicate that more than 370,000 Syrian refugees have returned

Published on: June 21, 2026
11:48

Damascus, Jun 18 (Prensa Latina) More than 370,000 Syrian citizens have voluntarily returned to their country through border crossings with Lebanon, the General Authority of Customs and Border Control reported today.

Basic food basket in El Salvador at a 25-year high

Published on: June 21, 2026
11:48

San Salvador, Jun 18 (Prensa Latina) The urban basic food basket (CBA) in El Salvador is currently at a 25-year high, reaching approximately $253.71 between January and April, according to data from the National Office of Statistics and Censuses (ONEC).

Palestine decries expansion of Israeli settlements in West Bank

Published on: June 21, 2026
11:48

Ramallah, Jun 18 (Prensa Latina) Palestine decried on Thursday Israel's continued expansionist policies in the occupied West Bank, the latest episode of which was the announcement of building 576 homes for Israelis.

“Rutas y Andares” project to set a cultural summer in Havana

Published on: June 21, 2026
11:48

Havana, Jun 18 (Prensa Latina) A new edition of the "Rutas y Andares" project is being launched on Thursday as one of the cultural attractions for families to enjoy during the much-anticipated summer season.

New solidarity container for Cuba from Spain

Published on: June 21, 2026
11:47

Madrid, Jun 18 (Prensa Latina) A new solidarity container bound for Havana was loaded in Spain with diverse supplies, including energy systems, medical supplies, and furniture.

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