The Cuban regime started releasing political prisoners last week after President Biden removed the country from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. But as the new Trump administration reversed the decision this week, the Cuban government seemingly backtracked, kicking off military exercises and pausing prisoners' release.
The move didn't come as a surprise, as Trump had vowed to bring the designation back, and newly appointed Secretary of State Marco Rubio, hinted during his confirmation hearing that the administration planned to reverse the removal.
