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This week, Havana is set to host two significant international events: the Third International Meeting of Theoretical Publications of Left-Wing Parties and Movements and the First Granma Rebelde Festival. Both events are dedicated to commemorating the centenary of Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz. The first event will take place from October 15 to 17 at the Ñico López Party University, while the festival will run from the afternoon of October 17 until October 19 at Línea and 18 in Havana’s Vedado neighborhood. These closely linked events will bring together over 100 participants from more than 30 countries, focusing on collective strategies, critical issues, and promoting equality, solidarity, and participatory democracy. The Publications Meeting, convened by Cuba Socialista and co-sponsored by the Network of Intellectuals and Artists in Defense of Humanity and Casa de las Américas, will feature prominent intellectuals, activists, and political scientists, including Ignacio Ramonet, who will deliver the keynote address on the challenges posed to the left by quantum artificial intelligence. Other notable attendees include Mexican artist and philosopher Fernando Buen Abad, Cuban scholar Isabel Monal, José Luis Centella of the Communist Party of Spain, and Miguel Ángel Pérez Pirela, director of La Iguana TV. High-level delegations from China and Vietnam will also be present. The event will include simultaneous workshops and panels on topics such as new types of fascism, political communication, and youth for a better future. Additionally, there will be a presentation of books on the thinking of various leaders and the launch of the 2024-2025 issue of Cuba Socialista, summarizing the previous edition of the Meeting. The Granma Rebelde Festival, dedicated to the 60th anniversary of the Granma and Juventud Rebelde newspapers, as well as the centenaries of the first Communist Party and Fidel Castro Ruz, will feature media experiences from across the island and abroad. Prestigious artists and musicians will enliven the event, with activities open to the public on weekends from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. These activities will include several panels, such as one on the figure of Fidel Castro, where journalists who knew him will exchange views.

On October 13, 2025, Cuban citizen José Daniel Ferrer García, accompanied by his family, departed from Cuba to the United States. This move followed a formal request from the U.S. government and Ferrer García’s explicit consent, in accordance with the legal protocols established between the two nations. The decision was underpinned by a comprehensive evaluation by the Cuban Prosecutor’s Office, which considered Ferrer García’s legal status, adherence to due process, and the unique circumstances of his case. Earlier in January 2025, Ferrer García had been granted early release from a four-and-a-half-year prison sentence. However, this privilege was revoked in April 2025 due to repeated violations of court-mandated obligations as per the Criminal Enforcement Law and its Regulations. Subsequently, Ferrer García was placed under provisional detention by the Public Prosecutor’s Office, pending charges for a new crime. Upon completing the investigation, the Prosecutor’s Office modified the precautionary measure. The Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized the nation’s steadfast commitment to the rule of law, the protection of individual rights, the defense of sovereignty against defamation, and the maintenance of peace and constitutional order.

Cuba has issued a stark warning regarding the intensifying actions by the United States government against Venezuela, which it claims are aimed at overthrowing President Nicolás Maduro Moros’s constitutional government. According to Cuban authorities, the U.S. seeks to install a compliant regime that would grant access to Venezuela’s vast oil reserves, other critical natural resources, and even its sovereignty. This alarming escalation follows recent incidents, including the illegal destruction of vessels at sea—allegedly involved in drug trafficking but of uncertain origin—and the killing of their crews. The U.S. has hinted at a new phase of military operations targeting land-based objectives, raising fears of an imminent threat to Venezuela’s stability. Cuba has condemned these actions as legally and morally unjustifiable, emphasizing that the U.S. pretexts for military aggression are baseless and rooted in falsehoods. The Venezuelan government has also revealed a foiled plot to attack the U.S. Embassy in Caracas, allegedly orchestrated by right-wing extremists to provoke a U.S. military response. Cuba has called upon the international community to intervene and prevent further military escalation, reaffirming its unwavering support for Venezuela’s Bolivarian government and the unity of its people. The statement underscores the need for Latin America and the Caribbean to remain a Zone of Peace, free from external interference.

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel embarked on a significant tour across the municipalities of Ciego de Ávila and Sancti Spíritus on October 8, 2025, engaging in both educational and agricultural activities. The day began with a heartfelt ceremony at the Antonio Maceo primary school in Chambas, where Díaz-Canel participated in the traditional placement of blue scarves on first graders, symbolizing their entry into the Moncadista Pioneers. The school, boasting 100% teacher coverage and strong academic results, exemplifies Cuba’s commitment to education despite economic challenges. The President emphasized the importance of nurturing young minds as the foundation of the nation’s future. Following the school visit, Díaz-Canel inspected the Nguyen Van Troi Sand Production Plant, where he discussed the production of materials essential for infrastructure projects, including photovoltaic parks and housing. He highlighted the need for innovation and workforce stability amid the country’s energy crisis. The tour continued to the El Tesoro farm, a major rice producer, where Díaz-Canel underscored the goal of achieving self-sufficiency in rice to reduce imports and bolster the agricultural sector. He also visited the La Candelaria farm, which produces preserves and biofertilizers, and the Pina collection center, a key player in hydrocarbon extraction. In Sancti Spíritus, the President visited La Belkys Farm, focusing on crop diversification and food security. The day concluded with a visit to a sugarcane field and a machinery workshop, where Díaz-Canel emphasized the importance of agricultural machinery in supporting Cuba’s sugar industry. Throughout the tour, the President reiterated the government’s commitment to education, innovation, and agricultural self-sufficiency, drawing parallels to the legacy of Che Guevara in fostering a stronger and more humane Cuba.

His Excellency Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, President of the Gabonese Republic, has commenced an official visit to Cuba, marking a significant moment in bilateral relations between the two nations. The visit, which began on Friday, September 26, 2025, and will conclude on September 29, underscores the growing diplomatic ties and mutual commitment to fostering cooperation. This marks President Oligui Nguema’s first official trip to Cuba since assuming office in May 2025. During his stay, he is scheduled to engage in high-level discussions with Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez. The talks are anticipated to focus on expanding the contractual framework of bilateral relations, reflecting the shared aspirations of both nations to strengthen their partnership. Additionally, President Oligui Nguema will participate in various activities and visit key sites of interest, further solidifying the cultural and diplomatic bonds between Gabon and Cuba.