Waste piles up in Cuba as US-imposed fuel blockade halts collection trucks
Summary
A U.S. fuel blockade on Cuba has led to a waste collection crisis as garbage trucks can no longer operate effectively, resulting in piles of trash accumulating in Havana and other cities. The U.S.-imposed fuel shortage is part of broader sanctions against Cuba, linked to past events in Venezuela. Amid these tensions, some international efforts are underway to provide Cuba with humanitarian aid.Key Facts
- A U.S. fuel blockade has caused severe fuel shortages in Cuba.
- Only 44 out of 106 garbage trucks in Havana are operational due to fuel issues.
- The waste buildup is raising health concerns, with residents speaking out.
- The U.S. blockade follows a military raid in Venezuela.
- President Donald Trump has labeled Cuba a "failed nation" due to the crisis.
- Mexico sent humanitarian aid to Cuba, and Spain plans to assist through international agencies.
- The Cuban Foreign Minister is seeking support from other nations like China and Vietnam to handle the crisis.
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