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EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 10 MIN

Cuba facing 'collective punishment' from US

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"Collective punishment" is the official characterization used by the Cuban government to describe a dramatic escalation of U.S. economic sanctions and a fuel blockade that has pushed the island into a near-total blackout and a severe humanitarian crisis.Tensions between the two countries have reached a dangerous peak following new executive orders, an oil embargo, and the imminent U.S. indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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