Could the US oil blockade snuff out the Cuban cigar?
Since January, the Trump administration has blocked foreign oil to Cuba. Will the island’s cigars survive the crisis?
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Russian tanker reaches Cuba amid critical energy shortage
Russian tanker delivers enough fuel to meet Cuba’s energy needs for up to 10 days, following a three-month blockade.
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‘I need to leave’: Cuba’s tourism workers reel from US oil blockade
From taxi drivers to tour guides, the collapse of Cuba’s tourism industry has left thousands struggling to get by.
Cuba crisis explained: Who holds power, and could Diaz-Canel be replaced?
As Cuba faces one of the worst humanitarian crises in its history, questions have emerged about the island’s leadership.
From: NewsFeed
US says Cuba policy unchanged despite allowing Russian tanker
The White House says US policy toward Cuba remains unchanged despite allowing a sanctioned Russian tanker.
Published On 31 Mar 2026
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Rubio denies US actions punitive, blames Cuba for economic failures
In exclusive interview with Al Jazeera, the US secretary of state downplays US role in the island nation’s fuel crisis.
From: NewsFeed
Cuba waits for Russian oil tanker to arrive amid US blockade
After a US blockade, Cuba is waiting on the arrival of a sanctioned Russian tanker carrying thousands of barrels of oil.
Published On 30 Mar 2026
From: Talk to Al Jazeera
Cuba is not alone, deputy FM says as US threats grow
Cuba’s deputy foreign minister says island will resist US pressure as sanctions deepen, blackouts and tensions escalate.
Published On 29 Mar 2026
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From: NewsFeed
Trump says ‘Cuba is next’ target of US military
Donald Trump publicly threatened Cuba with military attack while speaking at a Saudi investment conference.
Published On 28 Mar 2026
Missing Cuba-bound aid boats from Mexico found; crews ‘safe’
Organisers of the Nuestra America Convoy say two missing sailboats located and on schedule to deliver aid.
From: NewsFeed
Mexico launches search for two missing aid boats bound for Cuba
Mexico’s navy has launched a search operation after two boats carrying humanitarian aid to Cuba went missing.
Published On 27 Mar 2026
