Cuba has declared a suspension of jet fuel supplies at its airports as part of measures to address a severe energy crisis. According to France-Presse, airlines were informed that the jet fuel supply would halt starting February 10 at midnight local time. This decision follows mounting energy shortages in the country, exacerbated by political tensions and economic sanctions that have limited access to oil and other fuels.

The energy crisis in Cuba has been deepening because of significant shortages of oil, which have been attributed to recent U.S. policies aimed at cutting off fuel supplies from Venezuela, a key supplier for the island. After the U.S. captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, the flow of fuel to Cuba was significantly disrupted, leading to extreme curtailment of resources. In light of these challenges, the Cuban government has started implementing fuel rationing measures, indicating the dire state of its energy sector.

Furthermore, Cuba has been facing large-scale power outages in recent days, heightening concerns among the population about the reliability of essential services. As Cuba grapples with these worsening conditions, the suspension of jet fuel supply could lead to further economic fallout for the tourism industry, which has already been struggling to recover from the impact of the pandemic and other international pressures. The situation is crucial as it may influence both domestic stability and international relations in the region.