The Cuban government has denied U.S. allegations regarding the jamming of Persian language satellites directed towards Iran. On Saturday, the Cuban Foreign Ministry issued a statement asserting that Cuba has never interfered with U.S. transmitters. On Friday, a spokesperson for the U.S. State Department stated that it appeared that jamming on Persian language transmitters of Voice of America was being relayed from Cuba. The Cuban government claims it is investigating to ensure that its international signals do not interfere with U.S. transmitters.
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Cuba Denies U.S. Allegations of Jamming Persian Language Satellites
Feb 10, 2026
February 10, 2026
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📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway
Cuba has rejected U.S. claims that it is jamming Persian language broadcasts aimed at Iran. The U.S. State Department suggested that the jamming was coming from Cuba, while Cuba is conducting an investigation into the matter. This dispute highlights tensions between the U.S. and Cuba regarding media influence in the region.
🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line:
The denial by Cuba of jamming allegations illustrates the ongoing media and diplomatic tensions between the U.S. and Cuba, with potential implications for Iranian audiences.
👥 Key Players
Cuban Government
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Government of Cuba
"Cuba's stance on media and communication can influence its relations with both the U.S. and Iran."
U.S. State Department
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U.S. government agency responsible for foreign affairs
"The U.S. State Department's allegations reflect ongoing tensions with Cuba and efforts to counter Iranian influence."
Voice of America
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U.S. government-funded international broadcaster
"Voice of America broadcasts Persian language content aimed at Iranian audiences, making it a target for jamming."
📰 What Happened
The Cuban government has denied U.S. claims that it is jamming Persian language satellite broadcasts aimed at Iran. The U.S. State Department suggested that the jamming originated from Cuba, prompting Cuba to investigate the matter.
- Cuba asserts it has never interfered with U.S. transmitters.
- The U.S. claims that jamming affects broadcasts from Voice of America.
💡 Why It Matters
🇮🇷 For Iran: This dispute highlights Iran's reliance on external media sources for information, which could impact public perception and dissent.
🌍 Regional: The incident underscores the complexities of media influence and information warfare in the region, particularly regarding U.S. and Iranian interests.
🌐 International: The situation reflects broader U.S.-Cuba tensions and the implications of media control in international relations.
📚 Background
Cuba has historically been a point of contention in U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding its support for leftist movements and its relationship with Iran. Media jamming is a tactic used in information warfare to suppress dissenting voices.
U.S.-Cuba relations
Media influence in Iran
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INTERNATIONAL
📊 Confidence:
70%
The article presents statements from both the U.S. and Cuban governments, reflecting a balanced view but should be interpreted with an understanding of each party's potential biases.
🏷️ Entities Mentioned
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Iran
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United States
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U.S.
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U.S. State Department
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Cuba
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U.S. Department of State
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Credit Agricole
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US State Department
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Hadi al-Ameri
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OFAC Program: IRAN
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Integrated circuits
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Delaware
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Nakfa
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Virgin Islands, U.S.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
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Translated from the original and edited for English readers. View original source →
Translation confidence: 85%
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