Who is preventing the Cuban regime from completely collapsing?

Mexico, Chile, and Russia have come to the aid of Havana with humanitarian and energy assistance amid the oil blockade imposed by the United States, providing oxygen to a country plunged into blackouts, shortages, and productive paralysis.

According to the agency EFE, two ships from the Mexican Navy, the Papaloapan and the Isla Holbox, arrived in the Bay of Havana this Thursday, carrying 814 tons of food and hygiene products.

The Mexican government also announced new shipments of up to 1,500 tons of beans and powdered milk, and assured that it is continuing diplomatic efforts with Washington, in addition to reiterating its willingness to mediate in a potential dialogue.

Chile also announced it will send humanitarian aid through its Fund Against Hunger and Poverty, channeled through multilateral organizations.

Chancellor Alberto van Klaveren described the situation on the island as a "humanitarian crisis."

Russia, another key ally of Havana, announced that it will soon send a shipment of oil and related products as humanitarian aid, despite the increasing pressure from the United States.

The Kremlin spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, explained that both parties are assessing the formulas to finalize the energy supply.

International assistance arrives after the United States halted shipments of Venezuelan crude oil to Cuba following the military operation on January 3, which resulted in the capture of Nicolás Maduro.

Subsequently, President Donald Trump signed an executive order threatening to impose tariffs on countries that supply oil to the island.

Cuba needs to import about two-thirds of its energy and nearly 80% of the goods it consumes.

In recent weeks, power outages have extended to between 15 and 20 hours daily in several regions, transportation and public services are operating with limitations, and the sale of fuels is severely rationed.

Although these shipments provide immediate relief, experts cited by EFE warn that they are temporary solutions to a structural crisis that has worsened after years of economic contraction and productive decline.

In this scenario, the support of international allies becomes a crucial factor in preventing a total collapse of the island's energy and economic system.