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President Daniel Noboa has sanctioned and sent a new law aimed at strengthening the mining and energy sectors in Ecuador to the Official Register after its approval by the National Assembly.

Donald Trump suggested the possibility of a 'friendly takeover' of Cuba, claiming the country faces significant challenges due to U.S. energy sanctions.

Ukraine's Defence Ministry is intensifying efforts to disrupt Russia's shadow fleet, which has been circumventing Western energy sanctions since the 2022 invasion.

Hungarian oil and gas company MOL Group has accused JANAF of violating EU regulations by refusing to transport Russian crude oil not covered by sanctions, leading to a governmental response from Croatian Economy Minister Ante Šušnjar.

Lukoil's trading company Litasco announced that Bulgaria's measures against it violate the Energy Charter Treaty, following Bulgaria's suspension of Russian oil imports and handling of Lukoil's assets.

Iran is focusing its negotiations solely on nuclear issues while seeking the lifting of sanctions and asserting its right to peaceful nuclear energy usage.

European Parliament Chair Metsola emphasized the need for the EU to intensify efforts to halt Russia's shadow fleet, which is transporting sanctioned energy resources through European waters.

Roberta Metsola, president of the European Parliament, criticized the EU for not adequately combating Russia's shadow fleet transporting sanctioned oil.

Russia is considering fuel aid for Cuba amidst its ongoing energy crisis caused by reduced oil deliveries due to US restrictions.

The United States has announced a slight easing of oil sanctions on Cuba in response to a severe energy crisis affecting the country.

The Russian economy is struggling under the weight of declining energy revenues and increasing debt amid ongoing sanctions from the West due to the Ukraine conflict.

Cuba faces severe energy and fuel shortages, forcing its citizens to adopt desperate survival tactics amidst an ongoing crisis.

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 UK government has announced a significant package of sanctions against Russia, specifically targeting the energy and military sectors, on the fourth anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine.

The UK has enacted its largest sanctions package against Russia, targeting major energy and financial sectors, including Gazprom and Rosatom, as part of its support for Ukraine.

The UK government has imposed new sanctions against Russia in response to the fourth anniversary of its invasion of Ukraine, targeting numerous companies and entities involved in the war effort.

The UK has imposed sanctions on the Russian oil pipeline giant Transneft and around 300 other Russian targets on the anniversary of the Moscow invasion of Ukraine.

A recent analysis from the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air reveals that Russia's oil and gas export revenues have dropped significantly over the past year, with an estimated decline of 27%.

Hungary and Slovakia blocked the EU's new sanctions package against Russia and a significant loan for Ukraine, highlighting ongoing tensions in European energy security.

The European Union failed to approve the 20th round of sanctions against Russia, largely due to objections from Hungary and Slovakia regarding energy concerns.

The EU's attempt to implement a new sanctions package against Russia was thwarted by Hungary's veto, highlighting rising tensions among EU member states regarding energy issues.

Cuban officials accuse the United States of creating a humanitarian crisis by enforcing energy blockades following the ousting of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.

Kazakhstan asserts its priority rights to acquire Lukoil's assets in Kazakhstan amid U.S. sanctions against the Russian oil producer.

In January 2026, Russia set a record of 12.7 million tons of crude oil exported via Baltic Sea ports, surpassing the previous record of 11.8 million tons from October 2025, despite sanctions affecting energy export revenues.

Lithuania's Kęstutis Budrys criticizes Hungary's plans to block EU sanctions against Russia, asserting that the EU cannot be held hostage by a single state’s demands.

The article discusses Hungary's Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó's threats to block a new EU sanctions package against Russia, citing disruptions to oil supplies through Ukraine's Druzhba pipeline.

Hungary is currently obstructing European Union sanctions aimed at Russia, causing tension within the bloc.

Hungary threatens to block EU sanctions and support for Ukraine due to grievances over a damaged Russian oil pipeline.

An oil tanker has docked in Cuba, which may provide some relief amid the country’s ongoing energy crisis.

Hungary has announced it will block new EU sanctions against Russia in response to halted oil supplies through the Druzhba pipeline linked to Ukraine's refusal to resume transit for Hungary and Slovakia.

Hungary's Foreign Minister announced plans to block the approval of the 20th European sanctions package against Russia due to disruptions in Russian oil supply via the Druzhba pipeline.

Hungary's Foreign Minister announced plans to block the EU's latest sanctions package against Russia until Ukraine resumes oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline.

A ship believed to be transporting Russian fuel is heading to Cuba amid the island's energy crisis, challenging U.S. sanctions.

An investor associated with the Trump family, Džentrijs Bīčs, reported to the New York Times that he has signed a contract with the Russian energy company Novatek despite its owner's sanctions in the UK and Canada, while the project itself faces challenges in its early stages.

Cuban private companies have begun importing fuel directly amid US restrictions, though the process is complicated by local bureaucracy and continued sanctions.

Cuban private companies are now importing fuel directly amidst US oil sanctions, but the government has prohibited resale to address energy shortages.

Greece opposes new EU sanctions against Russia, citing economic interests and the profitability of shipping Russian oil.

The article discusses Iran's miscalculations regarding a potential energy crisis in Europe amid geopolitical tensions following the Ukraine war.

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.

Croatian Minister Tomislav Šušnjar has rejected Hungary's request to transport Russian oil through the Adriatic Pipeline, citing adherence to EU sanctions amid Hungarian allegations of hypocritical double standards.

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.

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez will meet President Putin in Moscow as Cuba faces a severe energy crisis due to U.S. sanctions.

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez to discuss Cuba's severe energy crisis exacerbated by U.S. sanctions.

Russia hosts a welcoming meeting with Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez amid increasing tensions between Washington and Havana.

Cuban authorities have begun distributing humanitarian aid sent from Mexico, emphasizing assistance to minors under 13 and the elderly amid an ongoing energy crisis exacerbated by US sanctions.

The episode of 'Networks' discusses the transfer of a small nuclear reactor by the U.S. Department of Energy and the garbage crisis in Havana.

Hungary is attempting to delay the approval of the EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia, but a final agreement is expected soon after two additional ambassador-level meetings.

Russia may be compelled to significantly reduce its oil production in the coming months due to increasing pressure from the U.S. and Europe, which would further diminish funding for the Kremlin's war in Ukraine.

Russia's crude oil exports, previously stable despite Western sanctions, are now declining due to intensified sanctions and a European Union ban on fuel derived from Russian oil.

The Cuban Cigar Festival has been canceled due to pressures from the United States, which have contributed to an ongoing energy crisis in the country.