politics
March 30, 2026
Russia welcomes arrival of oil tanker in Cuba after Trump softens approach to U.S. blockade
A Russian oil tanker carrying a humanitarian shipment of 100,000 tons of crude oil reportedly arrived in Cuba on Monday.
TL;DR
- A Russian oil tanker arrived in Cuba carrying 100,000 tons of crude oil.
- The Kremlin welcomed the arrival, stating they had discussed energy supplies with the U.S. beforehand.
- U.S. President Donald Trump expressed no objection to Russia sending fuel to Cuba.
- Cuba has been facing a severe energy crisis, exacerbated by U.S. sanctions and the halt of oil shipments from Venezuela.
- The island has experienced power blackouts, and hospitals are struggling to maintain services.
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