US allows Mexico to provide oil to Cuba despite Trump's vow to cut off supply

President Trump stated there would be "no more oil or money going to Cuba," but the U.S. continues to allow Mexico to provide oil to the island. Cuba relies on this supply after losing Venezuelan support following Nicolás Maduro's ouster.

Discussions between Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum occurred but details about Cuba's oil supply were not disclosed. Sheinbaum labeled oil as "humanitarian aid." U.S. officials aim to negotiate with Cuba rather than trigger its collapse. Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel emphasized that relations should be grounded in international law.

The Cuban regime is under strain, facing an economic crisis worsened by the loss of international support.