US Lawmakers Jayapal and Jackson Demand Ending the Cuba Energy Blockade Following Havana's Visit

US Representatives Pramila Jayapal and Jonathan Jackson called for an end to the petroleum blockade against Cuba following a five-day visit to Havana.President Miguel Díaz-Canel met with the lawmakers to discuss humanitarian crises caused by fuel shortages while the White House blamed Communist Party mismanagement.The trip coincided with reforms including prisoner pardons and a leftist convoy featuring Jeremy Corbyn as the island seeks energy alternatives.Though Russia recently sent a crude oil shipment to provide temporary relief, the delegation noted Cuba is cooperating with the FBI on a shooting probe.
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