This month’s Anti-Fascist Friday in South Africa commemorated and reflected on the victory at the Bay of Pigs invasion, known in Cuba as Playa Girón, as well as the centenary of Fidel Castro. The event was addressed by Cuban diplomat Jesus Perz and veteran figure of South Africa’s liberation struggle Ronnie Kasrils.

The US president suggested that, following the war in Iran, he might take action against Cuba, in addition to the economic, commercial, and (recently) oil embargo currently imposed on the island. For his part, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel is committed to dialogue, though he asserts that Cuba will defend itself if necessary.

Socialist Party of Zambia leader Dr. Fred M’membe shared reflections on a recent solidarity mission to Cuba and Venezuela and the urgent need for people’s movements in Africa to express concrete solidarity

Since December 2025, Cuba has received no oil, which has severely compromised its energy system. The arrival of the Russian oil tanker is expected to alleviate the dire situation facing the island.

With the economic strangulation of Cuba by the United States, African progressive organizations and movements are calling for broader continental solidarity.

Faiz Ahmed Faiz, an iconic Pakistani communist poet, records the legacy of solidarity that the Cuban Revolution represents to all the oppressed peoples of the world.

This show of solidarity from various social movements, political leaders, and political organizations comes amid President Trump’s threats to “take over Cuba.” More humanitarian convoys are expected to arrive in the coming days.

Indian scholar Vijay Prashad argues that the Cuban Revolution is now the frontline in the fight against US imperialism.

Amid the latest US attack on the island, over 100 Cuban artists, intellectuals, dancers, musicians, and writers have called on cultural workers across the world to stand in solidarity with Cuba against the blockade.

The island of Cuba has endured one of the longest blockades in history. Its sacrifice, however, has not been in vain.

A coalition of over 20 New York City Council members, alongside actors, musicians, and movement organizations, signed a “Call to Conscience” opposing the Trump administration’s targeting of Cuba’s energy supply.

The Cuban president emphasized to the press that his country does not pose a threat to US security. He reported on the hardships Cubans are facing as a result of the Trump administration’s latest decisions.