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Cuba’s Tourism and Aviation Strategy Falters as Passenger Numbers Decline

Cuba’s tourism sector is facing sharp declines as flights operate below capacity and infrastructure issues persist. January 2024 saw the lowest number of international visitors since 2007.

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Cuban Government Intensifies Crackdown on Political and Religious Freedoms

Cuba’s government has intensified its crackdown on political dissent and religious expression. A recent wave of arrests targeting members of the opposition group Unpacu, along with mounting restrictions on religious activities, highlights a broader campaign of repression. Human rights groups report 350 arrests in a month, while activists face threats and surveillance.

Immigration

Humanitarian Parole Protections Upheld for Cubans in the U.S.

A federal judge has halted efforts to end deportation protections for over half a million migrants, including Cubans, living in the U.S. under the CHNV humanitarian parole program. The ruling temporarily blocks the Trump administration’s attempt to dismantle the policy, highlighting the need for due process and individual case reviews.