Nine To Noon South America correspondent Daniel Schweimler
Mar 1, 2026
Daniel Schweimler, South America correspondent based in Buenos Aires, gives on-the-ground reporting from the region. He outlines Cuba's shortages, power cuts and rising fears after a Florida speedboat shooting. He covers Mexico's fallout from the killing of cartel leader El Mencho and the chaotic Bolivian plane crash that scattered banknotes.
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Cuba On The Brink After Loss Of Venezuelan Support
- Cuba faces near-siege conditions as US pressure and loss of Venezuelan support have crippled energy and tourism.
- Power cuts up to 23 hours daily, scarce food and halted tourist flights left Cubans fearful after Donald Trump suggested a "friendly takeover".
Rhetoric Raises Fear Of US Intervention
- US rhetoric and past actions in Venezuela amplify Cuban fears about possible intervention.
- Trump said a friendly takeover is possible and Cubans worry because similar threats preceded action in Venezuela, increasing nervousness.
Coast Guard Shooting Fuels Cuban Tension
- Cuban coast guards opened fire on a speedboat from Florida that entered Cuban waters, killing four and wounding six.
- The incident happened amid rising tensions and added to public fear about what might happen next.