Cuba's fuel crisis deepens as energy minister confirms complete depletion of oil and diesel supplies under U.S. sanctions. The island nation faces blackouts lasting up to 22 hours daily, triggering widespread protests in Havana as citizens demand electricity. Cuba's national grid operates in critical condition with no fuel reserves remaining. The blockade, effective since January, has cut off Venezuelan oil shipments that previously sustained the economy. The Trump administration offers 100 million dollars in aid conditional on political reforms, while signaling potential military intervention. Talks between Washington and Havana may commence, though timing remains unclear. Cuba's energy crisis represents a severe humanitarian challenge with significant geopolitical implications for Caribbean stability and U.S. foreign policy in the region.
