**Fuel Crisis Grips Cuba as Russia and Washington Engage in a Diplomatic Dance** Cuba is facing a severe fuel crisis, with the island nation's energy needs on the brink of collapse. The situation is dire, with power plants struggling to keep the lights on and the government forced to impose emergency measures to mitigate the effects of the shortage. As the crisis deepens, Russia has come to Cuba's aid, warning that the suffocating measures imposed by the United States are causing irreparable harm to the Cuban people. The crisis has its roots in the United States' decision to cut off oil shipments from Venezuela, following a disputed raid by US forces on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The US has also threatened to impose tariffs on countries that continue to ship fuel to Cuba, exacerbating the island nation's energy woes. The Cuban government has been forced to impose drastic measures, including a four-day work week and limited fuel sales, in a bid to conserve resources. As the situation in Cuba worsens, the country's Foreign Minister, Bruno Rodriguez, has accused the United States of engaging in "cruel aggression" aimed at breaking the "political will of the Cuban people." The Cuban government has expressed its willingness to engage in dialogue with Washington, but on its own terms. This stance has been reinforced by Russia, which has renewed its solidarity with the people of Venezuela and Cuba, and is exploring possible solutions to provide Cuba with the assistance it needs. The implications of the crisis are far-reaching, with international airlines, including Air Canada, suspending flights to Cuba due to the shortage of aviation fuel. The situation has also raised concerns about a possible humanitarian crisis, with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warning of a potential collapse in Cuba's energy needs. As the situation in Cuba continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the crisis will be resolved. One thing is certain, however: the fate of the Cuban people hangs in the balance, and the international community is watching with bated breath as the situation develops. Will Cuba be able to find a way to overcome the fuel crisis, or will the suffocating measures imposed by the United States prove too much to bear? Only time will tell.