HAVANA.- The United States Embassy in Cuba issued a security alert addressed to its citizens due to the deterioration of the electrical system, the fuel shortage and the increased political tensions on the island.
However, at the same time, the Cuban government denied that there is a formal negotiation table with Washington, which deepens the uncertainty about the future of Cuba.
US Embassy warns of energy crisis
The Embassy warned that the national electrical network in Cuba shows a progressive deterioration, so blackouts happen daily both scheduled and unexpected.
In addition, these cuts affect essential services such as water supply, refrigeration, lighting and telecommunications.
Likewise, fuel shortages complicate public and private transportation, which generates long lines at service stations.
Although some hotels, hospitals and businesses operate with generators, their operation could be interrupted due to lack of fuel.
For this reason, the embassy recommended that its citizens stay informed through official Cuban sources, conserve food, water and energy on mobile devices. As well as prepare for prolonged interruptions in basic services.
He also warned that there have been cases in which American citizens have faced restrictions on entering the island.
🇺🇸🇨🇺 | URGENT — The United States Embassy in Cuba has just issued an emergency alert and asks to prepare for a total collapse.
– Stock up on food
– Get flashlights and batteries
– Maintain an emergency contact
– Prepare for massive blackouts pic.twitter.com/08P2vjqLC7— Agustín Antonetti (@agusantonetti) February 3, 2026
Cuba denies formal negotiation with the US
Meanwhile, the vice minister of Foreign Relations of CubaCarlos Fernández de Cossio, rejected that there is a process of bilateral negotiation with Washington. Although he acknowledged that both governments have exchanged diplomatic messages recently.
The official assured that Cuba remains willing to dialogue. However, he pointed out that this approach It could only be realized if there is mutual will and respect for sovereignty between both nations.
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In that sense, he stated that any eventual conversation must be serious, responsible and based on political equality.
Besides, denied the existence of mediators that facilitate indirect contacts between both countries.
The above contrasts with recent statements by the US government that assure keep conversations with Cuban authorities.
Dialogue between Havana and Washington
The Cuban diplomat established that, if a dialogue were to take place, it would not include internal political or economic reforms, nor negotiations on the release of prisoners.
As he explained, these issues are part of the Cuban national sovereignty and do not correspond to bilateral discussions.
Likewise, he rejected versions that suggest divisions within the Cuban government or the possibility of concessions in the face of international pressure.
On the contrary, he maintained that the Cuban administration maintains a unified stance on US policies.
With information from EFE and Juan Palop
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