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Cuba blocked U.S. embassy’s diesel import, worsening blackout crisis amid energy shortages.
Cuba has denied the U.S. Embassy in Havana’s request to import diesel for backup generators, worsening operational challenges amid a severe energy crisis.
The shortage, fueled by the end of Venezuelan oil shipments and ongoing U.S. sanctions, has caused widespread blackouts affecting hospitals, schools, and food storage.
The U.S. State Department is considering reducing embassy staff, which could prompt a reciprocal move by Cuba.
Despite limited domestic energy sources, Cuba is preparing to receive a Russian oil shipment, its first in three months.
The Trump administration continues pressing for political reforms and has suggested it could take control of Cuba if the government collapses, though no plans have been detailed.
The White House, State Department, and Cuban Embassy in Washington have not commented.
Cuba bloqueó la importación de diesel de la embajada estadounidense, empeorando la crisis de apagón en medio de la escasez de energía.