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North Korea backs Cuba amid US-backed protests, condemning foreign interference and the embargo, with Russia, China, and Iran also showing solidarity.
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov visits Cuba, expressing solidarity against the US blockade and affirming support for a multipolar world, while Cuba welcomes the strengthened bilateral ties.
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla visited China to meet senior officials, reaffirming the Cuba-China friendship and shared commitment to socialism, opposition to the US blockade, and support for the one-China principle.
Chinese President Xi Jinping affirmed support for Cuba's sovereignty and opposition to foreign interference during a Moscow meeting with Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel, marking the 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties and advocating for enhanced coordination within BRICS and the China-CELAC Forum.
China and Russia are strengthening support for Cuba as the island seeks new allies amid increased US sanctions and pressure.
Russia condemns U.S. President Trump's threats to take over Cuba, reaffirming solidarity with Havana and vowing support amid Washington's economic pressure and escalating tensions.
Cuba receives the first 15,000 tonnes of rice from China as part of a 60,000-tonne donation, easing its humanitarian crisis exacerbated by US sanctions and an oil blockade that has caused island-wide blackouts.
At a Havana seminar marking Russia-China diplomatic anniversaries, Cuban, Russian, and Chinese officials affirmed that the strategic partnership offers an alternative integration model and strengthens sovereignty against Western hegemony.
China's foreign ministry spokesperson firmly opposes the U.S. escalation of its blockade and sanctions on Cuba, criticizing Washington for adding Cuban leaders and their relatives to its sanctions list.
Despite US oil cutoffs, Cuba adapts to its energy crisis through Chinese-backed solar parks, rooftop panels, and battery storage, transforming its grid and expanding Beijing's Caribbean influence while resilient Cubans improvise off-grid solutions.
