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Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, urges US President Donald Trump to lift sanctions and blockades against the country in a televised address.

Venezuela's interim leader has appealed to President Donald Trump to remove sanctions and a blockade following the removal of Nicolás Maduro from power.

Delcy Rodríguez, interim president of Venezuela, called on President Donald Trump to lift sanctions against Venezuela, referring to him as a friend and partner in a new agenda of cooperation.

The UN resident coordinator in Cuba has urged the US government to allow a humanitarian exception for sending oil and aid to Cuba, citing worsening conditions due to the blockade.

The Global Solidarity Fleet has announced its intention to set sail for the Gaza Strip on April 12, aiming to break the blockade and deliver humanitarian aid.

Since mid-January, food deliveries to the occupied Oleškõ have been successfully made only once, with all other attempts resulting in drivers being killed, as reported by Ukrinform.

The article discusses Hungary's blockade of an EU sanctions package against Russia, linking it to the resumption of Russian oil supplies via the 'Družba' pipeline, raising concerns about political manipulation within the EU.

Ecuadorian producers are concerned that restrictions on the export of goods to Colombia could lead to oversupply and falling prices.

The U.S. Treasury Department has announced that oil and gas sales to Cuba are now authorized, provided that the fuel is directed to private citizens and companies.

The US has announced plans to ease its oil blockade on Cuba due to severe humanitarian conditions exacerbated by the blockade.

The Nigerian Workers' Union, represented by the Nigeria Labour Congress, has voiced support for Cuba and condemned the U.S. blockade at a solidarity conference in Abuja.

Cuba's ambassador to Canada criticized the U.S. for creating a humanitarian crisis through an oil blockade and urged Canada to provide aid.

The U.S. has intercepted an oil tanker in the Indian Ocean that was trying to evade a blockade against sanctioned ships heading to Venezuela, marking the third such seizure since Trump's orders in December.

The energy crisis in Cuba, exacerbated by U.S. sanctions, is leading to prolonged blackouts, limited transport options, and rising prices, creating uncertainty for the population.

The US has intercepted the oil tanker 'Bertha' in the Indian Ocean for allegedly violating sanctions related to Venezuela and Cuba.

The US Department of Defense announced the interception of a third oil tanker in the Indian Ocean, claiming it violated a blockade related to oil operations concerning Venezuela and Cuba.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán claims that the Ukrainian oil blockade will not undermine Hungary's resilience.

Heavy rains have flooded the tents of displaced people in Gaza, exacerbating the already dire living conditions caused by war and Israeli siege.

Ibrahim Abu Aram, a Palestinian suffering from severe complications of a rare skin disease called common pemphigus, faces a daily struggle for survival amid a dire medical situation exacerbated by the blockade in Gaza.

The Israeli blockade forces Gazan children to play with makeshift toys due to the lack of imported goods.

Cuban exiles in Miami persist in sending essential goods and money to relatives in Cuba despite restrictions imposed by the U.S. government.

Hungary has vetoed a €90 billion loan for Ukraine and new sanctions on Russia, citing alleged disruptions of oil supplies by Kiev.

The President of the European Council, António Costa, expresses dissatisfaction in a letter to Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán regarding Hungary's blockade of a financial loan for Ukraine.

Residents who blocked BR-364 for three days to demand public health improvements and the completion of a local hospital project have lifted their blockade after reaching an agreement with authorities.

The EU is unlikely to reach an agreement on a proposed 20th sanctions package against Russia due to a blockade from Hungary.

Three progressive parties and civic groups in South Korea have filed a constitutional complaint against the 5% threshold for proportional representation in local elections, claiming it is unconstitutional.

René Franco witnessed a narco-blockade on the Mexico-Puebla highway following reports of the death of CJNG leader Nemesio Oseguera.

The fishing industry in Gaza has completely collapsed due to the ongoing Israeli war and maritime blockade, resulting in significant losses for local fishermen.

The South Korean cultural influence in China has seen small improvements as the first South Korean drama remake since a decade-long ban was released on a Chinese platform, reflecting possible thawing relations.

Cuba is facing a significant maritime blockade from the United States, the most severe since the 1962 missile crisis, leading to a swift depletion of fuel and a looming humanitarian crisis.

Hungary announces plans to block an EU aid package for Ukraine, tying its support to the lifting of an oil pipeline blockade.

Four months after the ceasefire, residents of Gaza continue to struggle with hunger and ongoing blockade despite the political designation of peace.

Cuba is facing a dire humanitarian crisis exacerbated by an effective U.S. blockade, leading to severe shortages of fuel and essential supplies.

Hamas asserts that discussions about the future of Gaza require an end to Israeli aggression, demanding the lifting of the blockade as they meet with U.S. peace advisors.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán hints at potentially obstructing Ukraine's electricity supply in response to Kyiv's actions affecting Hungary's delivery of Russian oil.

An international humanitarian aid convoy is set to arrive in Havana, Cuba, on March 21, supported by notable figures such as Greta Thunberg, amidst the country's worsening economic crisis due to a U.S. oil blockade.

Protesters in Moreno used tires to block a major roadway during a general strike in Argentina.

Valentina Matviyenko, the President of the Russian Senate, condemns the US energy blockade against Cuba, describing it as a form of genocide during a meeting with Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla.

The Palestinian Authority faces an unprecedented existential crisis, suffering from a severe Israeli blockade affecting its financial, military, and administrative capabilities.

Hamas asserts that any political path regarding Gaza and the future of the Palestinian people must start with a complete cessation of aggression and lifting the blockade.

Iran conducted missile tests in the Strait of Hormuz in response to a blockade, warning it could close a crucial oil supply route.

Cuba is facing a severe fuel crisis due to the ongoing US oil blockade, which is significantly affecting daily life on the island.

In Havana, a fuel shortage attributed to the US blockade has halted most garbage collection trucks, leading to a public health risk as waste piles up in the streets.

Putin reaffirmed Russia's support for Cuba amid the US blockade during a meeting with Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla.

Countries in Latin America are responding to the energy blockade against Cuba with varying degrees of support, from material aid to political backing.

Russian President Vladimir Putin criticized the new US restrictions on Cuba as 'unacceptable' during a meeting with Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez.

Cuban tourism is facing a crisis with closed hotels, suspended flights, and fear among workers, exacerbated by an energy shortage linked to U.S. sanctions.

Rural producers have blocked a highway in southern Bahia after land disputes, causing significant traffic disruptions.

The article discusses the US energy blockade on Cuba and the implications of Donald Trump's policies in relation to Cuba's oil crisis, especially following the sanctions on Venezuelan oil supplies.

Slovak Prime Minister R. Fico threatens to halt electricity supplies to Ukraine amid accusations that Ukraine is using the oil pipeline blockage as a lever for political gain.