Latin America
Vatican quietly steps up role in US-Cuba talks
The Holy See is hoping to revive its place as a key mediator between Washington and Havana
March 13, 2026
The Holy See is hoping to revive its place as a key mediator between Washington and Havana
As the president threatens military force around the globe, former soldiers are begging him to pull back
Florida-tagged speed boat engages in shootout with Havana border patrol, leaving four people dead
Trump wants to make a deal, plus the secretary may not want to be face of crisis if the government there collapses
The US president wants to talk and so does Havana. They both have things the other needs and we all want to avoid a hostile overthrow.
But he shouldn't be surprised. American presidents have been predicting collapse there since 1959.
