Wednesday, May 6, 2015

White House hails positive step as ferries get green light to sail from US to Cuba

Americans will soon be able to sail the 90-mile stretch from the US to Cuba.

The US government has issued licences to at least two ferry companies allowing them to operate between Miami and Havana.

The lifting of the ban on sea transport between the two countries comes as the Obama administration continues to rebuild relations with the island.

White House spokesman Josh Earnest says it's a significant step...

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