Story perspectives

Cuba Faces Severe Blackouts Amid Fuel Shortages and Sanctions

2/14/2026

Summary

Story summary

Widespread Cuba blackouts result from fuel shortages worsened by sanctions under U.S. President Donald Trump.
Cuban Ambassador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán said fuel shortages disrupt hospitals and transportation.
Former Canadian ambassador Mark Entwistle said the United States seeks to cripple Cuba's economy, which has suffered from the pandemic and reduced tourism.
Canada suspended flights to Cuba amid the crisis, while the international community including China and Russia voiced support for Cuba.

1 of 1

Story summary

Widespread Cuba blackouts result from fuel shortages worsened by sanctions under U.S. President Donald Trump.
Cuban Ambassador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán said fuel shortages disrupt hospitals and transportation.
Former Canadian ambassador Mark Entwistle said the United States seeks to cripple Cuba's economy, which has suffered from the pandemic and reduced tourism.
Canada suspended flights to Cuba amid the crisis, while the international community including China and Russia voiced support for Cuba.