Keywords: Tensions


Cuba faces mounting U.S. pressure amid economic collapse and regional rivalries

Washington has significantly intensified its pressure campaign against Cuba, combining fresh waves of sanctions with sharp rhetoric as the island endures one of the most severe economic crises in its modern history. The administration of President Donald Trump has reimposed a strategy of maximum pressure,......

United States and Iran near draft ceasefire framework agreement

United States vice president JD Vance said the United States and Iran are close to finalizing a memorandum of understanding aimed at extending a ceasefire by 60 days. The draft also outlines the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the resumption of broader nuclear negotiations. Vance stressed that......

Armenia stages major military parade amid growing split with Russia

Armenia held its first large-scale military parade in a decade on May 28, displaying newly acquired foreign weapons systems in central Yerevan as the country accelerates efforts to reduce its long-standing military dependence on Russia. The demonstration took place just days before crucial parliamentary......

China says Taiwan should not interfere in its air force missions around island

China has stated that Taiwan should not interfere with its air force operations conducted near the island, according to remarks from the Chinese Defence Ministry on Thursday. The comments come amid increased military activity and ongoing tensions between Beijing and Taipei. Chinese authorities insist......

China criticizes EU trade measures and warns of possible response

China has accused the European Union of selectively using economic data to justify stricter trade measures against Chinese products, escalating tensions between two of the world’s largest economic powers. The criticism follows reports that the EU is considering expanding import quotas and tariffs......

China says it expelled Dutch frigate from South China Sea

China’s military announced on Wednesday that it deployed naval and air forces to drive away a Dutch frigate operating in disputed waters of the South China Sea, escalating tensions in a region already marked by growing geopolitical rivalry. According to a statement released by Chinese military......

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards say the risk of renewed war remains low

Members of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps stated on Wednesday that the likelihood of a renewed conflict with the United States remains limited, while emphasizing that Iranian armed forces remain fully prepared to respond to any potential military escalation. According to Iranian media reports, senior......

Cuba faces a critical historical moment, warns writer Leonardo Padura

Cuban writer Leonardo Padura has warned that Cuba is experiencing “a very serious historical moment” marked by political uncertainty, economic hardship, and growing international tensions. Speaking during an event at the Instituto Cervantes in Paris, the acclaimed novelist said that “all......

U.S. strikes Iranian missile sites near Hormuz amid fragile peace talks

U.S. Central Command confirmed Monday that American forces conducted strikes against Iranian missile launch sites and vessels near Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, describing the action as self-defense at a moment when diplomatic negotiations between Washington and Tehran remain active but deeply......