Two Mexican ships packed with over 814 tons of humanitarian supplies docked in Havana Harbor this week, delivering crucial food and hygiene products as Cuba battles severe fuel shortages. The bold move comes despite Washington's January 2026 threat to impose tariffs on nations assisting the island nation.
📦 What's onboard: Liquid milk, rice, canned fish, cookies, and personal care items – essentials for Cuban families facing tightened U.S. sanctions. 'Mexico hasn't abandoned us,' cheered Havana resident Ediberto Rodriguez, 65, watching the vessels arrive near El Morro castle.
⚡ Why it matters: This delivery follows Mexico's mid-January halt of oil shipments to Cuba under U.S. pressure. President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed a second aid shipment is already being prepared, signaling strengthened North-South solidarity.
🌎 Bigger picture: The Biden administration continues labeling Cuba a 'national security threat,' a claim Havana calls absurd. As global youth increasingly question traditional power dynamics, this cargo drama spotlights how middle powers are rewriting geopolitical playbooks.
