Dominican Republic Expels Nine Cuban Diplomats, and Havana Blames US Pressure
The Dominican Republic ordered nine Cuban diplomats to leave within seven days, offering no reason. Cuba called it submission to US pressure. The post Dominican Republic Expels Nine Cuban Diplomats, and Havana Blames US Pressure appeared first on The Rio Times .
The Dominican Republic announced on August 13, 2026, that it had expelled nine Cuban diplomats from its embassy in Santo Domingo, citing the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. However, Cuba disputes this number, claiming that ten of its officials were targeted. The Dominican government provided no further details, citing the need for discretion, while the Cuban Foreign Ministry accused Santo Domingo of succumbing to pressure from the United States.
This move comes amid a broader campaign by the US to isolate Cuba across the region, affecting tourism, banking, and key diplomatic officials. Despite the tension, the embassies remain open, and the Dominican Foreign Ministry emphasized that the expulsion targeted specific individuals rather than the entire Cuban state. The incident highlights the delicate balance of relations between the two Caribbean neighbors, especially as US sanctions have directly targeted Cuba's overseas medical programs.
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