Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez criticized the United States for allegedly spreading falsehoods about a fuel blockade against Cuba. Rodriguez pointed out that US claims contradict its own executive orders and regulations, citing a January 29 executive order and subsequent measures as proof of a severe fuel blockade on Cuba. These measures reportedly involve threats of sanctions against third countries and foreign companies supplying oil to Cuba, along with hostile actions against oil tankers.
The Foreign Minister stated that Washington’s policy is designed to weaken Cuba’s economy, impede its development, disrupt its income sources, and limit its access to markets and technology. Cuba has been grappling with a significant economic and energy crisis due to enduring US sanctions, with the United Nations warning that the fuel shortage is exacerbating a humanitarian crisis in the country.
Amidst US actions against Venezuela and Iran, President Donald Trump ominously hinted at Cuba being the next target. Trump’s statement at a conference in Miami, Florida, implied future actions against Cuba, following military interventions in Venezuela and joint attacks with Israel on Iran. Trump had previously indicated that Cuba would face consequences soon, although the administration’s immediate focus remains on Iran.
