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Russia and Cuba Condemn U.S. Energy Blockade Against Cuba

2/19/2026

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On February 18, 2026, Russia and Cuba criticized the U.S. energy blockade against Cuba at a Moscow meeting.
Cuba's foreign minister planned to meet President Vladimir Putin.
The United States (U.S.), led by U.S. President Donald Trump, halted Venezuelan oil supplies to Cuba after Nicolas Maduro's ousting.
The move raises questions about Trump's objectives in Cuba.
The United States also threatened sanctions on nations selling oil to Cuba.

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On February 18, 2026, Russia and Cuba criticized the U.S. energy blockade against Cuba at a Moscow meeting.
Cuba's foreign minister planned to meet President Vladimir Putin.
The United States (U.S.), led by U.S. President Donald Trump, halted Venezuelan oil supplies to Cuba after Nicolas Maduro's ousting.
The move raises questions about Trump's objectives in Cuba.
The United States also threatened sanctions on nations selling oil to Cuba.