Russia's Oil Lifeline to Cuba

0:00Russia's stepping up to help Cuba with oil shipments, despite the tough blockade. Just two days ago, their tanker Anatoliy Kalodkin pulled into Matanz's port carrying 730,000 barrels. The first delivery like that. In three months, energy minister Sergei Saviliyov dropped the news on Thursday during an energy form in Kazan. He made it clear Russia is committed to keeping the oil flowing. Cuba's been cut off from supplies, facing a total blockade that's left them in a bind. Folks there are dealing with shortages, and this Russian aid is breaking through where others can't. Now, second tanker is already getting loaded up, ready to sail soon. Officials say they won't leave Cuba hanging in this crisis. This move shows Russia's pushing back on sanctions, strengthening ties and tough times, keeping an eye on how it plays out next. That's your Canada News Today update, AI-powered and always on.