On Thursday, two Mexican navy ships arrived in Havana, Cuba, delivering more than 800 tons of humanitarian aid as the country grapples with the effects of a US oil supply blockade. This blockade has been intensified by US President Donald Trump's administration, which has promised to leave the communist-ruled island nation without oil in response to the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro by the US armed forces on January 3. Venezuela has been a crucial supplier of oil to Cuba, and the blockade has further strained the island's economy, leading to a dire situation for its citizens.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has publicly condemned the implications of Trump's threats to impose high tariffs on countries shipping crude oil to Cuba, emphasizing the humanitarian crisis developing as a result of these geopolitical tensions. The humanitarian aid cargo aboard the ships 'Papaloapan' and 'Isla Holbox' includes essential items such as fresh milk, milk powder, meat, cookies, beans, rice, and personal hygiene products, showcasing Mexico's solidarity with Cuba amid the escalating sanctions.

Furthermore, the Mexican government has indicated that hundreds of tons of additional milk powder and beans are still available in Mexico for future shipments to Cuba. In addition, Chile and Russia have also expressed intentions to provide humanitarian support to Cuba, highlighting a broader international effort to assist the country during this challenging period while navigating the political fallout from the US government's actions.