Moscow Seeks to “Break the U.S. Energy Blockade” with the Shipment of a Second Oil Tanker to Cuba

During his visit to Russia, Pérez-Oliva secured promises of support from Putin’s government 14ymedio, Havana, April 2, 2026 – Moscow is preparing a second shipment of crude oil to Cuba following the arrival of the Anatoly Kolodkin, authorized by the United States after three months of an oil blockade on the Island, reported Russian Energy … Continue reading “Moscow Seeks to “Break the U.S. Energy Blockade” with the Shipment of a Second Oil Tanker to Cuba”

Havana Chronicles: The Shipwreck of a Ship Called “Cuba”

On an island that is sinking, the arrival of a Russian oil tanker dominates all conversations in the streets of Havana. 14ymedio,Yoani Sánchez, Havana, March 30, 2026 — “The ship is coming!” a flower vendor on Estancia Street greets me as I pass by his buckets of sunflowers and gladioli. After days of uncertainty, it … Continue reading “Havana Chronicles: The Shipwreck of a Ship Called “Cuba””

Trump Welcomes the Arrival of a Russian Oil Tanker in Cuba: “They Have To Survive”

The U.S. president assures that anyone can send crude to the Island, despite the sanctions in force until now. 14ymedio, Madrid, March 30, 2026 – U.S. president Donald Trump downplayed the arrival of the Anatoly Kolodkin, loaded with Russian oil , which arrived this Monday in Cuba. “They have to survive! (…) I have no … Continue reading “Trump Welcomes the Arrival of a Russian Oil Tanker in Cuba: “They Have To Survive””

The Only Sugar Mill Still Operating in Cuba Shuts Down ‘Due to the Difficult Energy Situation’

For 2026, the goal is to achieve 229,500 tons of sugar nationwide, but perhaps not even last year’s minimal production will be reached: 127,300 tons 14ymedio, Madrid, March 24, 2026 / This year there will be little doubt as to whether the sugar harvest was, once again, the worst in Cuba’s history, a title it … Continue reading “The Only Sugar Mill Still Operating in Cuba Shuts Down ‘Due to the Difficult Energy Situation’”

US Will Prevent the Arrival in Cuba of Two Oil Tankers Heading to the Island with Russian Fuel

• Faced with this ban, the Sea Horse has changed course and is now looking for another port in the Caribbean to sell its cargo • The Anatoly Kolodkin, sanctioned by Washington, is continuing on its route and had a Russian Navy escort at the start of its voyage The United States suddenly banned the … Continue reading “US Will Prevent the Arrival in Cuba of Two Oil Tankers Heading to the Island with Russian Fuel”

The Sea Horse Managed To Clandestinely Unload 190,000 Barrels of Russian Diesel in Cuba, According to Windward

The maritime intelligence agency asserts that the tanker manipulated positioning signals and entered a port on the Island at night in early March. 14ymedio, March 19, 2026 – Madrid/Despite the oil blockade imposed more than two months ago by the U.S. on Cuba, there is strong evidence that the tanker Sea Horse (also Seahorse), under … Continue reading “The Sea Horse Managed To Clandestinely Unload 190,000 Barrels of Russian Diesel in Cuba, According to Windward”