Куба: Криза и трудности (Kuba: Kriza i trudnosti)

Cuba is facing a severe economic crisis marked by fuel shortages, declining tourism, and widespread disruption. Following the restoration of relations under Obama, the island experienced a period of growth fueled by tourism and American visitors like Mandy Pruna, who operated classic car tours. However, the Trump administration’s policies, including sanctions and attempts to pressure economic reforms, coupled with Venezuela’s instability and threats to Mexican trade, have dramatically worsened the situation. With dwindling fuel supplies, tourism has collapsed, leading to school closures, furloughed workers, shuttered hotels, and canceled flights. The crisis is causing hardship for residents, including Pruna, who is contemplating emigration, and has sparked calls for a complete cessation of US aid from Cuban-American politicians. The government is urging resilience, but the long-term outlook remains bleak with food shortages and a potential humanitarian crisis looming.