U.S. oil blockade roils life in Cuba. Venezuelans test new freedoms
11 February 2026

U.S. oil blockade roils life in Cuba. Venezuelans test new freedoms

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Cuba hasn’t received an oil shipment since December. The shortage has grounded air travel, and disrupted food production, hospitals and schools. Venezuelans stage open demonstrations in the streets that only weeks ago could have meant jail time.

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