How the U.S. Is Crippling Cuba’s EconomyCuba is facing its worst economic crisis in 67 years. Blackouts and fuel shortages have worsened after President Trump tightened restrictions on oil. Our international correspondent Frances Robles talks with Katrin Bennhold about the current situation in Cuba. By Frances Robles, Katrin Bennhold, Leila Medina, Alexandra Ostasiewicz, Rafaela Balster and Parin BehroozFebruary 24, 2026

Source: International New York Times February 24, 2026 19:05 UTC