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Cuba Faces Crisis Amid Maduro's Capture and U.S. Pressure

1/10/2026

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Cuba Faces Crisis

Following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, Cuba faces an economic crisis due to its reliance on Venezuelan oil, which accounts for 50% of supply, with shortages and blackouts.
Cuba has been in recession for six years, with Miguel Díaz-Canel warning of a 4% GDP decline and rising inflation.
The United States has intensified pressure on Cuba, and Díaz-Canel condemned U.S. actions while reaffirming Cuba's commitment to support Venezuela.

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Russia's Oil Struggles

Russia's oil-reliant economy faces challenges amid potential sanctions and falling oil prices.
Venezuela's oil production may increase and could strain Russia's finances further.
Some economists warn that tighter sanctions could weaken Putin's regime, similar to Iran's experience.
Russia has adapted by raising taxes to offset lost oil revenue, limiting the impact on war funding.
Europe should intensify sanctions and military support for Ukraine to counter Putin's actions.

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Cuba Faces Crisis

Following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, Cuba faces an economic crisis due to its reliance on Venezuelan oil, which accounts for 50% of supply, with shortages and blackouts.
Cuba has been in recession for six years, with Miguel Díaz-Canel warning of a 4% GDP decline and rising inflation.
The United States has intensified pressure on Cuba, and Díaz-Canel condemned U.S. actions while reaffirming Cuba's commitment to support Venezuela.

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