CNN 5 Cosas – 6am, 12 de enero de 2026

Overview

In this episode, "CNN 5 Cosas" delivers the top five news stories of the morning, focusing on the latest developments in Cuban-US relations, a major US Federal Reserve probe, US military deliberations on Iran, a controversial prison death in Venezuela, and nation-wide US protests following a fatal ICE incident. The concise, factual rundown keeps listeners quickly informed on the most pressing events shaping the day.

1. Cuba Rejects Trump's Demands Amid US–Venezuela Oil Deal

[00:31–02:00]

• Key Points:

  • Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel rejected former US President Donald Trump's call for Cuba to negotiate an agreement with Washington.
  • Trump threatened that Cuba could be "isolated from the Venezuelan oil and money" it has long depended on, especially after the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
  • Trump also announced Venezuela would supply 30–50 million barrels of oil to the US, further complicating Cuba's economic situation.
  • Díaz-Canel responded firmly:

    "Nadie nos dicta lo que hacemos." – Miguel Díaz-Canel (00:35)

  • Trump, from Air Force One, mentioned ongoing talks with Cuba but did not specify their level.

• Memorable Moment:
  Díaz-Canel’s unequivocal statement of sovereignty in response to mounting pressure from Washington.

2. US Federal Reserve Under Criminal Investigation

[02:00–02:40]

• Key Points:

  • Federal prosecutors launched a criminal probe into the $2.5 billion renovation of the Federal Reserve headquarters in Washington.
  • Fed Chair Jeremy Powell described the investigation as a "pretext" and linked it to ongoing political battles over US interest rates and threats from the administration.
  • He noted:

    "La investigación es un pretexto resultado de su lucha continua con el gobierno por las tasas de interés." – Jeremy Powell (02:10)

  • The episode notes unprecedented political attacks by Trump on Powell and signals ongoing challenges for whoever assumes the role when Powell’s term concludes in May.

• Memorable Moment:
  Powell’s rare and extraordinary video statement defending the Fed’s independence.

3. Trump Considers Military Options in Iran Following Deadly Protests

[02:40–03:40]

• Key Points:

  • US officials relay to CNN that Trump is considering a range of military responses to the deadly crackdown on protesters in Iran, following 500-plus deaths.
  • Some plans focus on targeting Tehran’s security services suppressing protests, while others target the regime through non-military means.
  • Trump previously warned Iran’s regime against using lethal force on civilians, reportedly reviewing options presented to him in response to escalating violence.

• Notable Quote:
  Paraphrased by the host, underscoring the tension:

  "Trump recibió en los últimos días informes sobre distintos planes de intervención." (03:05)

4. Death of Venezuelan Prisoner Sparks Concern

[03:40–04:20]

• Key Points:

  • Venezuela’s Public Ministry announced the prison death of Edilson José Torres Fernández, a 52-year-old active National Police officer detained since December 2025.
  • Torres reportedly died while receiving medical attention due to a sudden health decline.
  • This comes days after the National Assembly president’s announcement of mass prisoner releases and the growing hopes of waiting families.
  • CNN is seeking family comments for more context.

• Notable Fact:
  The prisoner’s case spotlights larger issues of prison conditions and government transparency in Venezuela.

5. Nationwide US Protests After Fatal ICE Incident

[04:20–05:31]

• Key Points:

  • Mass protests erupted across the US after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis.
  • Protesters demanded ICE’s removal from their communities and justice for the victim, whose name, “Wood,” became a central protest chant.
  • Demonstrations spanned cities including Los Angeles, New York, Washington, El Paso, and Boston.
  • The incident has amplified national outcry over federal immigration tactics.

• Memorable Quote:

  "Los manifestantes exigieron la salida de las autoridades federales de inmigración de sus comunidades y justicia para rinde y good. En Minneapolis, miles de personas... corearon el nombre de Wood..." (04:40)
  (Note: “rinde y good” may be a transcript issue; main focus is on the call for justice for "Wood".)

Summary Table

| Segment | Topic | Quotes/Highlights | |---------|-----------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | 1 | Cuba–US–Venezuela Relations | “Nadie nos dicta lo que hacemos.” – Díaz-Canel [00:35] | | 2 | Federal Reserve Investigation | “La investigación es un pretexto...” – Powell [02:10] | | 3 | US Military Deliberations on Iran | “Trump recibió... informes sobre distintos planes...” [03:05] | | 4 | Prisoner Death in Venezuela | Mass release of prisoners; Torres Fernández case [03:40] | | 5 | Protests After ICE Incident | “Corearon el nombre de Wood...” [04:40] |

Stay informed with "CNN 5 Cosas" for regular updates on these ongoing stories.