Cuba has sharply criticized recent U.S. military actions targeting Venezuelan oil exports, calling the moves “economically destabilizing” for the Caribbean region. The dispute centers on Washington’s intensified anti-drug operations, which Havana claims have resulted in over 100 civilian casualties since early 2025 while crippling Venezuela’s ability to supply energy partners like Cuba.
“This isn’t about drugs—it’s about controlling resources,” said Cuban Foreign Minister Alejandro Gil during a press conference in Havana this week. Satellite imagery analyzed by regional experts shows increased U.S. naval activity near key Venezuelan oil shipping routes, with Cuban officials reporting a 40% drop in fuel imports this winter.
The tensions come as Caribbean nations face rising energy costs. Students in Santiago de Cuba recently staged TikTok-fueled protests using hashtags like #NoMoreBlackouts, while entrepreneurs across the region scramble for solar alternatives. 🌞 Analysts warn the crisis could deepen diplomatic rifts ahead of April’s Summit of the Americas.
