U.S.-Cuba Tensions: Cuba’s foreign minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla used a UN Security Council debate to denounce U.S. actions as violating international law, warning that sanctions and an “energy blockade” are driving humanitarian strain and could be used to justify aggression. Military & Intelligence: A U.S. intelligence report says Cuba has acquired 300+ drones and discussed using them against targets including Guantánamo Bay and U.S. vessels, prompting Cuba to stress its right to self-defense. Tourism Under Pressure: Cuban tourism is reported to be collapsing, with international arrivals down sharply year-on-year, as sanctions and broader economic breakdown hit travel demand. Sanctions & Legal Fallout: The U.S. indictment of former Raúl Castro over the 1996 “Brothers to the Rescue” shootdown keeps legal pressure on Havana in the spotlight. Humanitarian Aid & Travel Reality: Reports highlight growing humanitarian deliveries to Cuba’s provinces, while deported Cubans sent to Mexico face shelter and healthcare gaps. Cuba in Culture & Film: Puerto Rico-based production begins on “Cuba, Paraíso,” a drama tied to the 2021 protests, and Guantánamo prepares its 27th children’s film festival. Business Risk for Hotels: Spanish hotel operators are weighing how to stay in Cuba as new U.S. sanctions against banks and key sectors raise contract and financing uncertainty.