News update Cuba confirms talks with US officials, wants end to Trump’s energy blockade A Cuban Foreign Ministry official said exchange with Washington was 'respectful and professional' and devoid of threats. Al Jazeera Staff April 21, 2026 1 minute read A Cuban Foreign Ministry official said exchange with Washington was 'respectful and professional' and devoid of threats. Post navigation Previous: Six women win 2026 Goldman prize, world’s top environmental awardNext: Trump’s Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer latest to leave administration Related Stories News update Japan lifts ban on lethal weapons exports in major shift of pacifist policy Lyndal Rowlands April 21, 2026 News update Algeria’s ex-minister of industry jailed in high-profile corruption case Al Jazeera Staff April 21, 2026 News update Trump’s Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer latest to leave administration Lyndal Rowlands April 21, 2026