Cuba suspended all gasoline sales to civilians at the provincial level between 2:16 AM and 3:16 AM UTC on February 6, 2026, to avoid nationwide protests, with license plate checks ordered for all cars on streets, according to journalist Agus Antonetti's X post during the 59-minute reporting window. Reports of protests emerged simultaneously, as noted by SanMemero on X. MagJorgeCastro posted on X during the same window criticizing the Cuban regime for dismissing US aid to eastern Cuba victims as 'a few beans, rice, and small cans,' stating the aid is distributed directly to those left helpless by authorities. SanMemero warned on X of potential escalation, urging attention to unfolding protests. This gasoline suspension follows the University of Havana's switch to hybrid learning announced in the prior hour due to the fuel crisis, as confirmed by MagJorgeCastro and CiberCuba. It compounds Las Tunas authorities' suspension of bus departures to major cities and the nationwide public transportation halt ordered at 7:00 PM UTC on February 5 amid shortages.
