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Rubio Blames Cuban Government for Fuel Crisis, Not U.S.

3/31/2026

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio downplayed the United States' role in Cuba's fuel crisis.
He blamed the Cuban government for the humanitarian situation.
Rubio said the United States has not imposed punitive measures.
The UN reported three nationwide grid collapses in March, affecting over 10 million people.
He expressed optimism that U.S. efforts in Venezuela would lead to a stable, democratic government.

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio downplayed the United States' role in Cuba's fuel crisis.
He blamed the Cuban government for the humanitarian situation.
Rubio said the United States has not imposed punitive measures.
The UN reported three nationwide grid collapses in March, affecting over 10 million people.
He expressed optimism that U.S. efforts in Venezuela would lead to a stable, democratic government.