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Trump's Oil Embargo Triggers Energy Crisis in Cuba

2/18/2026

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump imposed an oil embargo on Cuba, triggering a severe energy crisis.
  • The embargo has caused widespread blackouts that affect hospitals, schools, and transportation.
  • The Cuban government struggles to import oil as sanctions create fear in the international market.
  • Cuba expands renewable energy to boost solar capacity while infrastructure lags and finances are scarce.
  • China supports Cuba's energy transition as solar parks and wind farms proceed.