Cuba Runs Out of Oil and Diesel Under US Sanctions Cuba's oil and diesel shortage is a direct result of US sanctions, which have been in place since 1960.
The island nation has long relied on imports to meet its energy needs, but the tightening of restrictions under President Trump's administration has severely limited Cuba's access to fuel.
The impact of the shortage is being felt across the country. Prices for oil and diesel have skyrocketed, making it difficult for people to afford even basic necessities like cooking gas and transportation.