AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCuba Pressure Escalates: The U.S. is reportedly preparing to seek an indictment against former leader Raúl Castro tied to the 1996 “Brothers to the Rescue” shootdown, as CIA chief John Ratcliffe makes a rare Havana visit and Washington ramps up demands for “fundamental changes.” Energy Crisis Fallout: Cuba says it has run out of oil and diesel, with blackouts and protests spreading as the grid strains under fuel shortages. Panama Canal Watch: Panama’s canal says it won’t restrict ship passage for the rest of 2026 even if El Niño hits, after drought fears from the last cycle. Haiti Security and Aid: Haiti continues to mobilize for the 2026 World Cup while new programs back youth entrepreneurship and food security, as UN-linked reports highlight ongoing gang violence and child deaths. Regional Corruption Claims: Honduras “Hondurasgate” alleges a network of coercion and bribes aimed at shaping regional politics. Other Notables: A major cocaine smuggling case linked to Manchester Airport is in court, and El Salvador’s bitcoin reserve tops $600m despite IMF scrutiny.
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