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Trump Tariffs Deepen Cuba's Energy Crisis, Risking Lives

2/22/2026

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President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on oil shipments, worsening Cuba's energy crisis and raising fears of a humanitarian crisis.
Cuba faces a severe energy shortage as sanctions limit oil supplies, pushing citizens to rely on solar power.
The government is waiving taxes on renewable energy projects to support solar adoption.
Health Minister José Ángel Portal warned that 5 million Cubans with chronic illnesses are at risk due to medication shortages.

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President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on oil shipments, worsening Cuba's energy crisis and raising fears of a humanitarian crisis.
Cuba faces a severe energy shortage as sanctions limit oil supplies, pushing citizens to rely on solar power.
The government is waiving taxes on renewable energy projects to support solar adoption.
Health Minister José Ángel Portal warned that 5 million Cubans with chronic illnesses are at risk due to medication shortages.