Biden to Remove Cuba from List of State Sponsors of Terrorism

Joe Biden, the President of the United States, is set to implement a series of measures to reduce sanctions against Cuba just days before Donald Trump's presidency begins. Reuters reported on Tuesday that these actions by the Biden administration are aimed at creating conditions for the release of political prisoners in Havana. As part of these measures, Biden intends to lift some of the stringent restrictions imposed by former President Donald Trump. The reported actions include notifying Congress about the plan to remove Cuba from the list of state sponsors of terrorism and also rescinding an order that limited certain financial transactions with individuals linked to the Cuban military and government. This information was announced by a senior official in the Biden administration. According to AFP, Bruno Rodriguez, the Cuban Foreign Minister, welcomed Biden's decision, calling it a step in the 'right direction.' According to The Hill, which covers Washington political news, Biden administration officials have stated that they are in contact with Trump’s transition team regarding this matter. Under the law, the Biden administration is required to inform Congress of its decision, giving Congress members the opportunity to review it, although lawmakers have limited tools to prevent this decision. Who is Senator Marco Rubio, the nominee for U.S. Secretary of State? Putin signed a decree allowing broader use of 'nuclear weapons.' A nuclear submarine and three Russian warships are heading towards Cuba. The U.S. accused the Kremlin of financing the spread of fake news against Ukraine in Latin America.