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www.aljazeera.comRecent coverage on Cuba centers on a deepening fuel and energy crisis, shortages affecting daily life and humanitarian aid, and sharp U.S.-Cuba tensions under Trump’s current pressure campaign. Reports also say Cuba’s president is refusing to step down and is vowing to resist U.S. threats.[1][2][3][4]
What’s in the news
- Fuel shortages are disrupting transportation, tourism, and aid delivery.[9][1]
- The Cuban government is facing renewed political pressure and harsh rhetoric from Washington.[2][3]
- There are ongoing reports about medicine shortages and wider public-health strain.[8][1]
A few notable headlines
- Iberia suspended flights to Cuba amid weak demand and fuel problems.[1]
- An ABC report highlighted Havana using an underwater bus as a workaround during the fuel crisis.[9][1]
- Multiple outlets reported Cuba’s president saying the country will defend itself against U.S. threats.[3][4]
Broader context
Cuba is being described as being in a severe economic squeeze, with energy shortages at the center of the crisis. International coverage also notes humanitarian concerns and continued debate over sanctions, aid, and political repression.[4][5][2][8][1]
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