The Fox News Rundown Extra: The President Squeezes the Cuban Regime
Mar 28, 2026
Andrea Linares, Fox Noticias anchor covering Latin America, talks about Cuba’s crippling fuel shortages and blackouts. She discusses the cutoff of Venezuelan oil and U.S. pressure tactics. Conversations cover possible foreign investment in Cuba, tracked Russian tankers, rising protests, and developments in Venezuela after Maduro’s capture.
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Regional Rightward Shift Deepens Cuba Isolation
- The region is shifting ideologically right, increasing Cuba's diplomatic isolation.
- Ecuador and Costa Rica expelled Cuban diplomats and closed embassies after the Shield of the Americas summit.
Unclear U.S. Endgame For Cuba
- There is no consensus on U.S. endgame for Cuba: options range from regime change to collapse or negotiated exit.
- Republican leaders insist any Castro-era figures must be excluded from future leadership.
Raul Castro's Grandson Moves From Backstage To Spotlight
- Raul Castro's grandson has been a backstage figure but recently appeared publicly at Díaz-Canel's investment announcement.
- He has been spotted enjoying luxury in South Florida while much of Cuba faces shortages and blackouts.