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Biden Administration Set to Reverse Cuba’s Terrorism Designation
The Biden administration is reportedly poised to lift Cuba’s designation as a state sponsor of terrorism this Tuesday, marking a significant policy shift from the previous Trump administration’s stance. This potential change comes amid ongoing discussions facilitated by the Catholic Church regarding the release of political prisoners held in Cuba.
Background on Cuba’s Terrorism Designation
Cuba was classified as a state sponsor of terrorism in January 2021, just days before President Biden took office. This designation was a result of accusations from the U.S. Embassy in Havana, which claimed that the Cuban government had “repeatedly provided support for acts of international terrorism by granting safe harbor to terrorists.”
The Trump administration, which initiated this designation, emphasized its commitment to diminishing the Castro regime’s influence and its impact on regional stability and U.S. national security. In a statement at the time, the administration expressed a strong stance: “With this action, we will once again hold Cuba’s government accountable and send a clear message: the Castro regime must end its support for international terrorism and subversion of
