Cuba in the Headlines

At the White House on Monday, President Trump suggested the U.S. could “take” or “free” Cuba. His comments came as the island faces nationwide blackouts and as its government signals it may open its economy to foreign investment — underscoring a moment of both pressure and potential change for Cuba’s future.

Curious to learn more about this story? We rounded up a few of the headlines worth a read:

• Trump Administration Said to Tell Cuba That Its President Has to Go (New York Times Gift Link)
• Islandwide blackout hits Cuba as it struggles with deepening energy crisis (Associated Press)
• Cuba will allow nationals living abroad to invest in and own businesses on the island, economic czar tells NBC News (NBC News)
• Trump has choked off Cuba’s oil supply. China is stepping in with solar. (Washington Post Gift Link)

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