Cuba's Fuel Crisis Amidst US Sanctions

Cuba is facing a severe fuel crisis, leading to widespread shortages and emergency measures to conserve dwindling stocks. This crisis is primarily a result of intensified economic pressure from the United States, under President Donald Trump, who has threatened tariffs on countries providing oil to the island. Critical oil supplies from Venezuela ceased after its leader, Nicolás Maduro, was toppled in a U.S. military strike, and Mexico also halted shipments under U.S. tariff threats. The Cuban government has implemented drastic measures, including shuttering universities, reducing school hours and the work week, and slashing public transport. Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla denounced the U.S. actions as 'cruel aggression.' Mexico's President, Claudia Sheinbaum, has criticized the U.S. sanctions and is seeking diplomatic solutions to resume aid, while Russia has also condemned the U.S. measures and is discussing assistance with Cuba. Air Canada has suspended flights to Cuba due to the fuel shortage.