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National & Local

The army is always ready: Cuba is preparing for possible military aggression from the USA

Cuba faces electricity supply disruptions amid rising tensions with the U.S., which has intensified pressure on the island following a recent oil blockade.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Oil companies gain 369 billion in stock market driven by soaring oil prices and Hormuz blockade

Oil companies have seen a surge of 369 billion euros in market valuation due to rising oil prices fueled by geopolitical tensions and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Cuba intensifies efforts to restore power after second collapse in one week

Cuba is ramping up its electricity restoration efforts following a second nationwide blackout in one week, exacerbated by a U.S. oil blockade.

Mar 22 โ€ข 16:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

24 ships attacked, eight people dead and 95% drop in movement: the numbers of the blockade in Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route, has been nearly paralyzed due to an ongoing Middle Eastern conflict that began when the US and Israel targeted Iran.

Mar 22 โ€ข 13:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
World

Show that you have balls! Trump has a quirky recipe for solving the oil problem

Donald Trump proposed that shipping companies bravely navigate the Hormuz Strait despite the Iranian blockade as a solution to the oil supply issue.

Mar 22 โ€ข 12:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

'How long can any nation survive without oil?': Cuba faces repeated blackouts amid blockade

Cuba is experiencing severe power outages due to a failing national grid and a US oil blockade, with experts questioning the nation's capacity to manage without oil.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] Long-term blockade of Hormuz, all options for securing crude oil must be considered.

Tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalate as both sides threaten civilian infrastructure, resulting in a heightened risk of war and potential disruptions in global energy supply through the strategic Hormuz Strait.

Mar 22 โ€ข 10:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Cuba left in darkness after third power cuts in a month

Cuba has experienced its third power outage of the month, attributed to an unexpected failure at a thermoelectric plant amid ongoing infrastructure issues and an oil blockade.

Mar 22 โ€ข 10:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

For the second time in days.. power failure in Cuba amid US oil blockade

Cuba experienced a second major power outage in less than a week, exacerbated by an ongoing U.S. oil blockade.

Mar 22 โ€ข 03:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Trump Demands Iran Lift Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz Within 48 Hours

President Trump has demanded that Iran lift its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, threatening military action if they do not comply.

Mar 22 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

More than 20 countries say they are ready to help end the blockade in Hormuz

Over 20 countries have condemned Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and expressed readiness to ensure safe navigation through this critical oil passage.

Mar 21 โ€ข 18:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

"They circumvented the Hormuz blockade": what is behind Iran's move

Iran has dramatically limited operations in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global energy markets in response to a joint military operation by the United States and Israel.

Mar 21 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

โ€˜Bara, baraโ€™: Trumpโ€™s 3 Measures to Curb Gasoline Price Increase

Trump announced three key measures to combat rising gasoline prices amid tensions due to Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 21 โ€ข 04:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Fatih Birol (IEA): "The war in Iran is already the greatest threat in history to energy security"

Fatih Birol, the Executive Director of the International Energy Agency, warns that the current reduction in oil supply due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran poses unprecedented risks to global energy security.

Mar 20 โ€ข 17:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

TANKER ON THE WAY TO SAARE: Russia is tight-lipped about assisting its ally Cuba

Russia has claimed it is ready to assist its struggling ally Cuba but has refrained from commenting on whether it has delivered much-needed oil to the island.

Mar 20 โ€ข 16:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

Suez, Panama, Malacca... Beyond Hormuz, these other critical points capable of derailing global trade

The article discusses the global implications of Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and highlights other crucial maritime chokepoints like Suez, Panama, and Malacca that could similarly disrupt world trade.

Mar 20 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Russia promises aid to Cuba, but does not comment on oil supply

Russia is discussing potential assistance to Cuba amid the ongoing U.S. fuel blockade, with a tanker reportedly on its way to deliver Russian diesel.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

Is Russian Oil Heading to Cuba, Testing the U.S. Blockade?

A Russian tanker loaded with oil is being scrutinized for potentially heading to Cuba, which may challenge the U.S. oil blockade on the island.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

I will not allow Russian oil, Trump confronted this small country by giving everyone a waiver

The U.S. has imposed a comprehensive energy blockade on Cuba, preventing any country from supplying it with oil or gas, leading to a severe energy crisis.

Mar 20 โ€ข 11:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

Meloni: "No to military mission to force Hormuz blockade." New raids from Tehran. And the US sends three ships and another 4,000 soldiers

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni rejects the idea of a military mission to force the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, amidst rising tensions in the region.

Mar 20 โ€ข 06:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
World

It Affects More Than Just the Oil Sector: Blockade in the Strait of Hormuz Threatens Food and Fertilizer Imports

The blockade in the Strait of Hormuz is significantly disrupting global fertilizer and food imports, impacting agricultural producers and vulnerable regions.

Mar 19 โ€ข 22:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

An oil tanker is about to clandestinely deliver Russian diesel to Cuba

A Hong Kong-flagged oil tanker is set to secretly deliver Russian diesel to Cuba amidst an American oil blockade.

Mar 19 โ€ข 19:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

Cuba will receive 80,000 tons of rice donated by two countries

Brazil will send 20,000 tons of rice and other supplies to Cuba to alleviate the crisis caused by the U.S. oil blockade.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ The Moscow Times
National & Local

Tanker 'Likely' Delivered Russian Diesel to Fuel-Starved Cuba

A tanker reportedly delivered diesel to Cuba, which is facing severe fuel shortages due to a U.S. blockade.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Country in Crisis: Cuba is Tipping Over

Cuba's political system is on the brink of collapse due to the effects of the US oil blockade and the absence of support from Russia and Venezuela, alongside its own economic mismanagement.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Industrial Artery Is Being Blocked... A Three-Week Blockade of Hormuz Would Result in a 5.4% Surge in Production Costs

The ongoing Middle East crisis is escalating into a comprehensive economic war, which poses significant risks to the South Korean industrial sector as production costs are projected to rise sharply due to a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

Iran May Start Charging Fees for Passage Through the Strait of Hormuz

Iran is considering implementing transit fees for countries using the Strait of Hormuz for maritime transport following a blockade in retaliation for U.S. and Israeli attacks.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Off the coast of Cuba โ€“ Russian tanker with oil

A Russian tanker is transporting over 700,000 barrels of oil to Cuba, which is facing electricity supply shortages due to the U.S. economic blockade.

Mar 19 โ€ข 09:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Russian oil shipments en route to Cuba despite US blockade, media reports

Cuba is set to receive its first Russian oil shipments in months, defying the U.S. blockade imposed during Donald Trump's presidency.

Mar 19 โ€ข 01:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazil donates more than 20 thousand tons of food to Cuba, in crisis after blockade imposed by Trump

The Brazilian government has donated over 20,000 tons of food to Cuba, which is experiencing an economic and humanitarian crisis worsened by a US-imposed oil blockade.

Mar 18 โ€ข 21:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Gitanas Nausฤ—da: The consequences of shutting the Hormuz Strait were not fully calculated

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausฤ—da warns that the blockade of ships associated with the U.S. and its allies in the Hormuz Strait could have serious long-term implications for the global economy.

Mar 18 โ€ข 20:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
World

Ignoring Trump's embargo, Russia has sent tankers with oil and liquefied gas to Cuba

Russia has dispatched two tankers to Cuba carrying oil and liquefied natural gas, defying a U.S. energy blockade on the island.

Mar 18 โ€ข 18:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Help for Cuba: The first shipment of 'Convoy Nuestra Amรฉrica' arrives with medicines and solar panels

The first delegation of the 'Convoy Nuestra Amรฉrica' has arrived in Cuba with nearly five tons of medical supplies as part of an initiative to support the country amid a U.S. oil blockade.

Mar 18 โ€ข 17:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ The Moscow Times
World

Russia Sends Oil and Gas Tankers to Crisis-Hit Cuba, Defying U.S. Blockade โ€“ FT

Russia is sending oil and gas to Cuba amidst a worsening energy crisis and U.S. sanctions.

Mar 18 โ€ข 16:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Strait of Hormuz: Who passes and who remains stuck in the most dangerous passage in the world

Iran's de facto blockade of the Strait of Hormuz raises fears of severe disruption to the global oil supply.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

China to help Cuba with solar energy amid US oil blockade and total power outage

China is set to bolster its support for Cuba by implementing solar energy projects during an energy crisis that has left millions without power.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

After Trumpโ€™s Threats, Cubaโ€™s President Promises 'Strong Resistance'

Cubaโ€™s President Miguel Dรญaz-Canel vows to resist external aggression following threats from former President Donald Trump to seize the country, amid ongoing energy shortages from a continuing oil blockade.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
World

The Cuban regime struggles to restore an outdated electrical network

Cuba is facing significant challenges in restoring its aging electrical network after a collapse, revealing the depth of the island's economic crisis amidst a backdrop of a US oil blockade and increasing civil unrest.

Mar 18 โ€ข 06:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Increasing Pressure from the US, Cuba Promises 'Unbreakable Resistance'

Cuba's government, facing intensified pressure from the US, has pledged to provide unyielding resistance amidst ongoing economic challenges exacerbated by a US oil blockade.

Mar 18 โ€ข 05:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

How Zelenskyโ€™s โ€˜oil blockadeโ€™ against EU states backfired on Ukraine

Ukraine's agreement to an EU inspection of the Druzhba oil pipeline aims to resolve tensions with Hungary and unlock a stalled EU loan package amid accusations of an oil blockade.

Mar 17 โ€ข 21:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Hungarian foreign minister outraged by EU proposal to help Ukraine resume Druzhba oil flows

Hungary's Foreign Minister Pรฉter Szijjรกrtรณ criticized the EU's proposal to assist Ukraine in restoring oil supplies through the Druzhba pipeline, calling it a political maneuver.

Mar 17 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
World

The power is back in several places in Cuba

Cuba has restored electricity to various regions after a nationwide blackout, largely due to a blockade of oil supplies from Venezuela by the USA.

Mar 17 โ€ข 13:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Trump has made this country starve for drops of oil! Will a new war start?

The article discusses President Donald Trump's remarks about Cuba amid negotiations with the country, claiming he might take control over it amidst an energy crisis caused by an oil blockade.

Mar 17 โ€ข 12:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Potato Chips 'Wasabi Beef' Shipping Halted Due to Difficulties in Heavy Oil Procurement Amid Middle Eastern Situation

The production and shipping of 'Wasabi Beef' potato chips by Yamayoshi Seika has been halted due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, affecting heavy oil supplies necessary for manufacturing.

Mar 17 โ€ข 10:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
World

LSM explains: The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz affects not only oil prices โ€“ the biggest challenges are yet to come

The ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has led to rising oil prices, impacting global supply chains beyond just petroleum.

Mar 17 โ€ข 09:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Tourists Disappeared โ€“ Now the Luxury Hotels in Varadero Echo Empty

Luxury hotels in Varadero, Cuba, are left empty during peak season due to the U.S. oil blockade, crippling the local tourism industry.

Mar 17 โ€ข 08:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

The kilometers-long Saudi response to bypass the Hormuz blockade and open the oil tap

Saudi Arabia is rerouting part of its oil production to the Red Sea in an effort to alleviate the impacts of the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, although this route is already congested due to recent conflicts.

Mar 17 โ€ข 04:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Cuba suffers nationwide power outage amid US blockade

Cuba experienced a nationwide power outage that affected nearly 11 million people, attributed to the impact of the ongoing US oil blockade.

Mar 16 โ€ข 23:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
World

Trump believes he will have 'the honor of taking Cuba'

Donald Trump expressed a belief that he would take control of Cuba, stating he can do what he wants with the country during a press conference.

Mar 16 โ€ข 21:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Trump's blockade is increasingly hard on Cuba - 11 million without power

Cuba faces a nationwide power outage affecting all 11 million residents, exacerbated by U.S. sanctions on oil supplies.

Mar 16 โ€ข 20:37 UTC

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