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Putin Calls New US Restrictions on Cuba Unacceptable
Putin condemned U.S. sanctions that triggered Cuba's severe fuel shortages; Russia plans humanitarian fuel aid amid calls to oppose a U.S. naval blockade, officials said.
- On Feb 18, Russian President Vladimir Putin met Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla in the Kremlin, calling new restrictions on Cuba 'unacceptable' and pledging support.
- The island, which imports around 60% of its energy, faces blackouts after the US embargo and threats of tariffs, prompting Rodriguez's trip to seek help.
- In separate talks, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told Rodriguez, "We call on the U.S. to show common sense and refrain from the military-maritime blockade of the island of freedom."
- Russia's embassy in Havana said Moscow planned to send oil as humanitarian aid, while Russian tourist companies halted package tours after Havana refused fuel for arriving planes.
- Putin said Moscow will 'always' stand by Cuba and plans to deepen ties with appropriate aid during difficult times as Geneva trilateral talks proceed.
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Putin reaffirms support for Cuba, condemns sanctions & praises ties with Havana
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed Moscow’s long-standing backing for Cuba’s sovereignty, condemning any new sanctions or “restrictions” on Havana as unacceptable and praising historic ties between the two countries. Putin made the statement during a meeting with Cuban Foreign Minister, Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla in Moscow. Watch for more details
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