Cuba Cancels Cigar Festival Amid Fuel Crisis and US Pressure
This year’s annual Festival del Habano, a major event for cigar enthusiasts and a significant source of revenue for Cuba’s healthcare system, has been postponed. Organizers cited the need to maintain the event’s quality and experience amidst a severe energy crisis. This crisis is largely attributed to reduced oil shipments from Venezuela due to US pressure, impacting transportation and other critical services on the island. The cancellation underscores the severe economic challenges Cuba faces, exacerbated by US sanctions and further strained by the lack of fuel.
John Q. Hosedrinker