Since revolutionary forces ousted U.S.-backed dictator Fulgencio Batista on Jan. 1, 1959, the Cuban Revolution has captured the imagination of the world.
Just kilometers south of most powerful nation on the planet and its foremost adversary, the tiny Caribbean nation has nonetheless been able to excel in social fields such as health, education, culture and sports. During recent years, Cuba has become recognized also as a leader in health technology.
Through its education and medical missions, as well as through its commitment to the independence of formerly colonized nations in Africa and Asia, Cuba has developed friendship with the vast majority of countries. Up until this year, it looked as though the United States would also shift closer in this direction.
However the Trump administration has taken things back, and is now ramping up hostilities.
Meanwhile, Cuba prepares for crucial elections that will see current leader Raul Castro vacate the country's top post.
US Tightens Sanctions on Cuba With New Provisions
Cuba has been hit with new U.S.-imposed restrictions, which have, in effect, tightened the sanctions on the largest island in the Caribbean. READ MORE
Despite Lack of Evidence, Trump Says Cuba Responsible for 'Attacks' on US Embassy Staff
Trump has accused Cuba alleging the South American country was "responsible" for a series of unexplained events that injured nearly 22 U.S. government officials in Cuba over the course of a year. READ MORE
Cuba: Families Hurt Due to US Visa Suspension
Cuban officials have told their U.S. counterparts that Washington's decision to reduce its embassy staff in Havana by more than half and suspend visa processing is “seriously hampering” ties between the two countries. READ MORE
Cuba's Infant Mortality Rate at Its Lowest in Nation's History
For nine consecutive years Cuba has reported a mortality rate of less than 5 per 1,000 live births, lower than most countries in the world. READ MORE
Cuba Sends Doctors to Help Mexico’s Earthquake Victims
Cuba sent a team of 40 doctors and specialists to the Mexican state of Oaxaca, where two earthquakes left at least 78 people dead and hundreds more without homes. READ MORE
Cuba, Bolivia Invest Most in Education in Latin America
Cuba and Bolivia top the list of countries in Latin America that dedicate the highest amount of their GDP to education.READ MORE