# Cuba’s Crisis Amid Castro’s Silence | Roanoke News

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Published: 2026-07-26T15:46:40+00:00
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Cuba marks the 60th anniversary of the July 26th revolution with a rally led by President Miguel Díaz-Canel — the first time in three decades former President Raúl Castro has skipped the event, sparking speculation despite his continued influence. Díaz-Canel read Castro’s message to the crowd, while also defending Cuba against U.S. accusations of espionage, calling out Washington’s economic sanctions and threats as destabilizing. Castro, 95, remains largely out of public view but reportedly played a role in recent U.S. talks. Meanwhile, he faces U.S. indictment over alleged involvement in the 1996 downing of two planes — a charge Cuba denies. With the U.S. oil embargo crippling Cuba’s economy — causing blackouts, shortages, and business exodus — tensions are at a boiling point as Havana braces for deeper isolation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3e78a33ce3018c88

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