Russian Ambassador to Havana stated on February 5, 2026, that Moscow will continue oil shipments to Cuba despite pressure from the United States under President Donald Trump, as reported by Opera Mundi and shared on X by users ocafezinho and pmces5875 during the reporting window from 10:46:13 PM to 11:16:07 PM UTC. The ambassador reaffirmed Russia's commitment to the island, declaring that the "practice will continue" without fear of Washington, according to the Opera Mundi article titled "Russia defies Trump's threats and guarantees oil shipments to Cuba." This statement addresses Cuba's ongoing fuel crisis, which prompted the regime's suspension of all public transportation nationwide at approximately 7:00 PM UTC on February 5 and the halting of University of HolguÃn classes until March, as previously reported. Sources indicate Moscow guarantees continuity of oil supplies amid new US pressures against countries exporting to Cuba. The Russian position counters recent developments including the US Embassy's February 3 security alert on fuel shortages and power outages impacting transportation and services across the country.
