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๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Washington moves to ease oil blockade on Cuba amid severe humanitarian crisis

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

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:02 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Nigerian Workers' Union Declares Support for Cuba, Condemns U.S. 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.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Blackouts, inflation, and limited transport: the uncertain life of Cubans without fuel due to the blockade imposed by the United States

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.

Feb 24 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
World

US detains the oil tanker 'Bertha', linked to Cuba and Venezuela, for breaching the blockade: 'Defied the quarantine'

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

Feb 24 โ€ข 15:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

US captures a third oil tanker in the Indian Ocean

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.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

Without Officially Declaring It, the US Imposes a Full Siege on Cuba Approaching the Brink of Collapse

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.

Feb 21 โ€ข 20:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

New York Times: Cuba on the brink of collapse due to the American blockade

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

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
World

International aid convoy to Cuba in March

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.

Feb 20 โ€ข 02:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
World

'Genocide against the Cuban people': Russian Senate President on US energy blockade against the island

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 Rodrรญguez Parrilla.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Cuba: Fuel crisis caused by US oil blockade impacts daily life

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

Feb 19 โ€ข 09:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Garbage accumulates and threatens public health in Havana amid US blockade

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.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Putin meets top Cuban diplomat amid US blockade

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

Feb 18 โ€ข 23:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

These are the countries that help Cuba

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

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Putin comments on the crisis in Cuba and says the restrictions imposed by the US are 'unacceptable'

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

Feb 18 โ€ข 18:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Cuba oil crisis: What is Donald Trump's endgame?

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.

Feb 18 โ€ข 15:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Grabois traveled to Cuba to express his solidarity with the "brotherly people", met with President Dรญaz-Canel and called to break the US blockade

Argentinian politician Juan Grabois visited Cuba to show support for the Cuban people and criticized the US blockade during a meeting with President Miguel Dรญaz-Canel.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Life in Cuba Threatened: Fuel and Tourists Have Already Disappeared, Soon There Will Be No Food Left

Cuba faces a severe fuel shortage and increasing electricity outages due to the U.S. oil blockade, leading to a significant decline in tourist revenue and looming food scarcity for its population.

Feb 18 โ€ข 13:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Major Blockade, Khamenei's Threat... Know the News Related to US-Iran Tension

Rising tensions between Iran and the United States are edging towards military action, with naval forces preparing amid ongoing diplomatic struggles.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Russia conducts military exercises with Iran amid US blockade, sends warships

Russia has sent warships to Bandar Abbas, Iran, as it prepares for upcoming joint naval exercises amidst a US blockade against Iran.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Cuba's economy faces another painful blow due to fuel shortage

Cuba's economy has been severely impacted as Canadian mining company Sherritt announces it will halt operations due to a U.S. fuel blockade.

Feb 17 โ€ข 18:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Cuba: Garbage piles up in Havana, oil blockade from the US has put a 'brake' on garbage trucks

The accumulation of garbage in Havana has become a significant issue due to the impact of US oil restrictions, which have hampered the functioning of garbage trucks.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Iran's military drills to blockade Hormuz begin amid US nuclear aircraft carrier deployment and nuclear negotiations

Iran and the US have begun indirect nuclear negotiations while simultaneously escalating military tensions in the region.

Feb 17 โ€ข 12:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Spain will also send humanitarian aid to Cuba

The Spanish government has pledged to provide humanitarian aid to Cuba, addressing essential needs in light of the challenging international context.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Is oil coming to Cuba? Greek ship, flying the flag of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, docks in Matanzas

A Greek ship, the Nicos I.V., has docked in Cuba's Matanzas harbor, potentially delivering oil despite the ongoing U.S. energy blockade.

Feb 17 โ€ข 02:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Photos: Garbage Invades the Streets of Havana Due to the American Blockade on Fuel

Streets in Havana are overwhelmed with garbage due to a significant reduction in waste collection linked to fuel shortages exacerbated by increased U.S. sanctions.

Feb 16 โ€ข 21:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

Spain Sends Emergency Aid to Cuba

Spain plans to provide emergency aid to economically struggling Cuba, including food and essentials, through UN channels.

Feb 16 โ€ข 20:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Iran 'defends' Cuba from Trump's 'inhumanity': 'The US must be held accountable for ongoing violations'

Iran strongly condemned the United States for its 'illegal and inhumane' actions against Cuba, particularly criticizing the intensified economic blockade that has caused significant hardship for the Cuban people.

Feb 16 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

US forces board oil tanker in Indian Ocean that fled Caribbean blockade

The US military intercepted and boarded an oil tanker in the Indian Ocean that had evaded a blockade against sanctioned vessels headed to or from Venezuela.

Feb 15 โ€ข 21:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Indian Ocean: American raid on tanker that escaped blockade in the Caribbean

The U.S. military intercepted the Veronica III, a tanker fleeing a blockade imposed by Donald Trump in the Caribbean, in the Indian Ocean.

Feb 15 โ€ข 19:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
World

US Forces Board Tanker in the Indian Ocean

The US military has intercepted and boarded the Panama-flagged tanker 'Veronica III' in the Indian Ocean, following a blockade order issued by former President Donald Trump.

Feb 15 โ€ข 18:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Washington Intercepts a New Oil Tanker Escaping the Blockade in the Caribbean

The US intercepted an oil tanker named Veronica III in the Indian Ocean that had tried to evade a blockade against ships linked to Venezuela.

Feb 15 โ€ข 18:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

Liveblog USA under Trump: US soldiers board oil tanker in the Indian Ocean

US military forces have boarded the oil tanker Veronica III in the Indian Ocean as part of efforts to enforce an oil blockade against Venezuela.

Feb 15 โ€ข 17:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Pentagon: US forces seized a tanker in the Indian Ocean that violated the blockade

The Pentagon announced the seizure of the tanker "Veronica III" by US forces in the Indian Ocean for allegedly violating sanctions imposed under President Trump.

Feb 15 โ€ข 17:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

USA: Trump Threatens Canada with Blockade of New Border Bridge

Donald Trump has threatened to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between the U.S. and Canada until the U.S. is fully compensated for previous agreements.

Feb 15 โ€ข 15:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

US says it intercepted and boarded vessel that challenged Trump's blockade

The US Defense Department announced the interception and boarding of the Veronica III, a vessel attempting to challenge Trump's blockade over Venezuelan oil exports.

Feb 15 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Russia promises financial aid to Cuba against the US blockade

Russia pledges financial support to Cuba in response to the challenges posed by the US embargo.

Feb 13 โ€ข 16:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Mexican humanitarian cargo docks in Havana amid energy crunch

Mexican ships have arrived in Havana carrying humanitarian aid, amidst a severe energy crisis in Cuba exacerbated by a US blockade and fuel shortages.

Feb 13 โ€ข 15:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

The situation in Cuba creates turmoil among Danish travel agencies

The critical situation in Cuba due to a US blockade is causing significant disruptions for Danish travel agencies handling clients in Cuba.

Feb 13 โ€ข 13:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
World

Cuba is in crisis, and tourists are starting to disappear

Cuba faces a severe crisis due to the U.S. blockade, affecting both the local population and Danish travel agencies servicing the area.

Feb 13 โ€ข 13:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Cuba tourism and energy crisis deepens amid US fuel blockade

Cuba is experiencing an intensified tourism and energy crisis exacerbated by the ongoing US fuel blockade.

Feb 13 โ€ข 10:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
World

People are buying water. Lots of water, bread, rice, and batteries. Because no one knows what will happen tomorrow

Cubans are facing severe shortages amid an economic crisis exacerbated by a fuel blockade imposed by the United States.

Feb 13 โ€ข 08:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Mexican Navy Ships Arrive in Cuba with Humanitarian Aid

Two Mexican navy ships have arrived in Cuba carrying over 800 tons of humanitarian aid to assist the country suffering from a US-imposed oil supply blockade.

Feb 13 โ€ข 05:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

EDITORIAL: The Anchor Bolt That Hinders Us

The article discusses the challenges Ukraine faces in securing military aid from the EU due to Hungary's blockade and the need for reform in decision-making processes within the EU.

Feb 12 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

Mexican ships with humanitarian aid arrive in Cuba

Two Mexican ships carrying 814 tons of food and supplies have arrived in Cuba, facing significant pressure from the U.S. blockade.

Feb 12 โ€ข 16:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Two Mexican Ships Loaded with Humanitarian Aid Arrive in Cuba

Two Mexican ships carrying humanitarian aid arrived in Havana, Cuba, delivering 814 tons of food and other products amid the U.S. oil blockade against the island.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The Wall Street Journal: The American Blockade Chokes Life in Cuba

A Wall Street Journal report highlights the devastating impact of the U.S. oil blockade on Cuba's daily life, exacerbating an imminent humanitarian crisis.

Feb 12 โ€ข 00:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

China vows to โ€˜do what it canโ€™ as US blockade leaves Cuba with just weeks of oil

China has expressed its intention to support Cuba amidst an escalating energy crisis caused by the US blockade.

Feb 11 โ€ข 22:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
World

Moscow preparing to evacuate Russian tourists from Cuba amid US oil blockade

Russia plans to evacuate approximately 4,000 Russian tourists from Cuba due to a fuel crisis exacerbated by US oil blockades.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Want to lend a hand to Cuba? A collection campaign is called in the Zรณcalo

A campaign to collect food and medicines for Cuba will take place from February 14 to 22 in Mexico City to express solidarity with the island nation.

Feb 11 โ€ข 04:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Canadians wait for flights out of Cuba, aid struggling to get in amid U.S. energy blockade

Canadians in Cuba are facing challenges returning home as airlines suspend flights amid an energy crisis exacerbated by a U.S. oil blockade.

Feb 11 โ€ข 00:29 UTC

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