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Putin Calls New US Restrictions on Cuba Unacceptable
Russia condemned U.S. sanctions and signaled potential fuel aid to Cuba amid severe shortages caused by a U.S. embargo, with Moscow urging diplomatic solutions over blockades.
- 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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