politics
March 30, 2026
Trump greenlights oil shipments to Cuba, easing blockade
President Donald Trump indicated that he has “no problem” with other countries sending oil to Cuba to help shore up its energy supply, seemingly confirming a report that the United States would allow a Russian oil tanker to circumvent the de facto oil blockade and dock in the Caribbean country.
TL;DR
- President Trump has no problem with other countries sending oil to Cuba.
- The U.S. Coast Guard will reportedly allow a Russian oil tanker to dock in Cuba.
- Trump believes the oil shipment will not significantly help Russian President Putin.
- He predicts Cuba will fail due to its leadership and expresses a desire to help Cuban Americans.
- This signals a potential easing of the U.S. oil blockade on Cuba.
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