April 20, 2026, at 11:00 GMT
Cuba has confirmed ongoing talks with U.S. officials while urging Washington to lift the energy blockade imposed under President Donald Trump. Havana emphasized that the sanctions have severely restricted fuel imports, crippling transport and electricity supplies across the island. Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez stated that while dialogue with U.S. representatives marks a cautious step forward, no progress can be achieved without dismantling the blockade, which he described as “an act of collective punishment against the Cuban people.” Analysts note that the talks come amid mounting domestic pressure in Cuba, where fuel shortages have led to long queues and disrupted daily life. The appeal highlights Havana’s attempt to leverage diplomatic engagement while framing the blockade as a humanitarian crisis, underscoring the broader struggle between U.S. policy and Cuba’s push for economic survival.
(Source – France24)
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