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Cuba Faces Humanitarian Crisis Amid U.S. Oil Blockade

2/14/2026

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Cuba's fuel crisis worsens as Russia evacuates its citizens amid a U.S. oil blockade.
About 5,000 Russian tourists are affected.
The U.N. human rights chief criticized U.S. sanctions, saying they violate human rights and disrupt Cuba's economy and healthcare, urging removal.
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned of a humanitarian collapse if energy needs remain unmet.
The situation has caused power outages, reduced public services, and calls for international aid.

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Cuba's fuel crisis worsens as Russia evacuates its citizens amid a U.S. oil blockade.
About 5,000 Russian tourists are affected.
The U.N. human rights chief criticized U.S. sanctions, saying they violate human rights and disrupt Cuba's economy and healthcare, urging removal.
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned of a humanitarian collapse if energy needs remain unmet.
The situation has caused power outages, reduced public services, and calls for international aid.