Russia Blames US for Severe Fuel Crisis in Cuba

Moscow. Russia has directly blamed the United States for the escalating severe fuel crisis in Cuba. Dmitry Peskov, spokesperson for the Russian Presidential Office (Kremlin), stated that the entire economy of Cuba has collapsed due to the economic blockade and siege imposed by the United States.

Russia has expressed serious concern that the disruption created in petroleum supply has made the lives of the Cuban people difficult. According to Peskov, Russia is in constant contact with Cuba and is discussing potential options for assistance through diplomatic and other channels.

The United States has declared Cuba an 'extraordinary threat' to its security and has completely halted fuel supplies from Venezuela. Furthermore, reports have surfaced that the US is exerting strong pressure on other countries wishing to sell fuel to Cuba.

The fuel shortage has escalated to the point where Cuba officially warned on Sunday that jet fuel (aviation fuel) would not be available in the country. This has had a direct impact on international air services.

Due to the fuel shortage, most airlines have suspended flights to Cuba, while some have been forced to make extensive changes to their flight schedules. Due to US pressure and internal crisis, Cuba's energy sector is currently in its weakest state in history.