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The 'Nuestra América' convoy aims to deliver food, medicine, and essential supplies to Cuba, arriving in Havana on March 21, 2026. Organized by Progressive International, it has support from figures like Greta Thunberg and Mariela Castro, but raises questions about distribution and independent oversight.

Jumat, 13 Maret 2026 Dilaporkan oleh AI

The Russian captain of the tanker Sea Owl I, boarded by Swedish authorities off Trelleborg on Thursday as part of suspected shadow fleet operations, has been arrested on suspicion of gross use of false documents. This follows continued searches and interrogations, amid international reactions.

Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic has published a report highlighting how several Russia-linked cryptocurrency exchanges continue to facilitate transactions for sanctioned entities. Platforms such as Bitpapa, ABCeX, Rapira, and Aifory Pro enable users to convert rubles into crypto and transfer funds across borders, bypassing traditional banking channels. The findings underscore the role of stablecoins in evading Western sanctions imposed since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

Minggu, 22 Februari 2026 Dilaporkan oleh AI

President Gustavo Petro stated that Colombia has no plans to import oil from Venezuela, amid hurdles for gas imports due to US sanctions. Mines and Energy Minister Edwin Palma confirmed that Ecopetrol cannot proceed without an Ofac license. These remarks address a growing gas supply deficit in Colombia.

Cuba is grappling with an acute economic crisis reminiscent of the 1990s 'Special Period,' marked by fuel shortages and paralyzed transportation. Authorities and social media voices are invoking the ghost of the 'zero option,' where imports could drop to zero. Government measures focus on medium- and long-term solutions, while the immediate situation remains uncertain.

Minggu, 15 Februari 2026 Dilaporkan oleh AI Fakta terverifikasi

Personel militer AS naik ke kapal tanker minyak Veronica III di Samudra Hindia setelah melacaknya dari Karibia, kata Pentagon hari Minggu, dalam upaya berkelanjutan untuk menegakkan sanksi AS terkait perdagangan minyak Venezuela. Departemen Pertahanan mengatakan penaikan itu terjadi tanpa insiden tetapi tidak mengatakan apakah kapal itu disita secara resmi.