JalopnikJune 12, 2026U.S.-Cuba relations
Trump Sanctions Leave Cubans Waiting Months Via App For A Measly 5 Gallons Of Gas
Summary
Jalopnik reports that Cuba’s fuel shortages have become so severe that some drivers must wait months to buy a small ration of gasoline through an app. The story links the problem to the long-running impact of U.S. sanctions, along with Cuba’s broader economic strain and weak energy supply.
Why this matters
Fuel scarcity affects daily life in Cuba by limiting transportation, work, and access to services. It also shows how external sanctions and domestic economic problems can combine to worsen shortages in essential goods.
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