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US-Cuba relations

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Dexter details Cuba fuel crisis after July 2026 delegation, urges end to embargo

Jul 21, 2026

Rep. Maxine Dexter (D-OR) addresses the House after a July 2026 congressional delegation visit to Cuba. She describes the effects of US policy on fuel imports, electricity, daily life, and healthcare access. The speech references Obama-era normalization reversed in 2017, Trump's January 2025 actions, a 2026 executive order targeting oil suppliers, hospital conditions observed in Havana, Cuba's free healthcare system, and support for Rep. McGovern's legislation to lift the embargo while opposing military action.

▶ Source: Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D.

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Jayapal cites 1960 memo to argue US Cuba embargo amounts to collective punishment

Jul 18, 2026

The video shows Rep. Pramila Jayapal questioning a witness named Mr. Orr during a hearing or interview. She reads Article 33 of the Fourth Geneva Convention, references a 1960 classified State Department memo on embargo goals, describes worsening conditions in Cuba including health care failures, and argues the US embargo constitutes collective punishment that has failed for 60+ years. She calls for lifting the embargo and pursuing negotiations instead.

▶ Source: Representative Pramila Jayapal

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Trump Praises Iraqi PM al-Zaidi as 'Fan of America' at White House Meeting

Jul 14, 2026

The Al Jazeera English short features President Trump speaking at a July 2026 White House meeting with newly installed Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi. Trump credits himself with helping al-Zaidi succeed over a predecessor he viewed as bad for America and Iraq, describes the PM as a 'great fighter' and 'fan of America,' and notes he is young and handsome. The segment draws directly from Trump's remarks with minimal narration. It references the recent meeting amid al-Zaidi's first US visit and echoes coverage of US backing for the businessman-turned-PM during Iraq's 2026 government formation.

▶ Source: Al Jazeera English

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Trump highlights improved US-Iraq ties, oil deals at meeting with new PM

Jul 14, 2026

The AP video clip shows President Trump delivering remarks during an unscheduled lunch with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi. Trump praises their chemistry, Iraq's oil potential, upcoming deals by American companies, and predicts a long-term outstanding bilateral relationship and regional leadership role for al-Zaidi. The segment consists entirely of Trump's public comments with no narration, graphics, or additional sourcing. It was recorded during al-Zaidi's July 2026 Washington visit shortly after his May 2026 confirmation as prime minister.

▶ Source: Associated Press

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Trump Meets Iraq's New Prime Minister at White House

Jul 14, 2026

The brief Bloomberg News clip captures a short White House press interaction during President Trump's meeting with Iraq's newly installed Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi. Trump responds to questions with remarks on his affinity for Iraq, notes the prime minister's recent electoral success, and fields a query on Iran peace prospects. The segment consists solely of this exchange without additional narration, analysis, or background. Sourcing is limited to the on-camera remarks; no experts, documents, or graphics are referenced.

▶ Source: Bloomberg News

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Trump Praises Modi as Tough Negotiator Amid US-India Trade Talks

Jun 17, 2026

Bloomberg clip features President Trump discussing proximity to a US-India trade deal, describing PM Modi as a tough negotiator who appears gentle. He recalls the 2019 Howdy Modi event in Houston and his India visit with large crowds at a stadium. Trump also addresses the Quad grouping and India's potential role in West Asia while affirming strong bilateral ties. The segment relies on Trump's direct quotes without additional guests or graphics referenced in the transcript. It emphasizes positive personal anecdotes and past joint events as throughlines.

▶ Source: Bloomberg Television