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U.S. announces $6 million in aid for Cuba as its leader accuses U.S. of 'energy blockade'
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- U.S. adds $6 million in Cuba aid, focusing on hurricane relief for the island's eastern region amid ongoing tensions and an energy blockade claim by Havana.
- Cuban President Díaz-Canel labels U.S. moves an 'energy blockade' that jeopardizes food production and essential services.
- U.S. officials attribute Cubas humanitarian strain to internal mismanagement, not solely Venezuelan oil, accusing leadership of resource hoarding.
- D edaz-Canel describes a 'psychological war' and signals openness to dialogue on sovereignty under certain conditions.
- The $6 million package targets Cubas eastern region hit by Hurricane Melissa, with supplies via Catholic agencies on the ground.
- A prior $3 million in disaster relief to Melissa victims is acknowledged as part of the broader aid effort.
- D edaz-Canel pledges a forthcoming plan within a week detailing how Cuba will address energy shortages and basic needs.
- D edaz-Canel asserts Cubans do not hate the American people and that Cuba is not a threat to the United States.
- AP reference: aid and tensions are set against broader U.S.-Cuba sanctions and energy policy disputes.
- State Department official Lewin stresses aid must reach Cubans without regime divertion or politicization.
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