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Cuba confirms talks with US as island gasps under Trump’s energy blockade

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Associated PressMarch 13, 2026 at 01:43 PM
Cuba confirms talks with US as island gasps under Trump’s energy blockade
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Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel confirmed that Cuba and the United States have recently engaged in talks to address bilateral differences. This marks the first confirmation of such discussions. Diaz-Canel attributed Cuba's current energy crisis to a US energy blockade, stating that no petroleum shipments have arrived in the past three months. A recent blackout in western Cuba left millions without power, exacerbating the situation. The lack of power has impacted communications, education, transport, and healthcare, leading to the postponement of numerous surgeries. While Cuba produces 40% of its petroleum, it has been insufficient to meet the country's energy demands.

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United States ×280% Miguel Diaz-Canel ×390% Cuba ×4100%

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cuba 100% us 90% talks 80% energy blockade 70% power outage 60% petroleum shipments 60% energy 50% bilateral differences 50% miguel diaz-canel 40%

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