The United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, addressed a message to the Cuban people in which he raised the possibility of establishing a new stage in the relationship between Washington and Havana. 

In his remarks, he announced a proposal for humanitarian aid of 100 million dollars, focused on food and medicines, in a context of severe economic and energy crisis on the island.

100 million dollars aid with controlled distribution.

The US initiative stipulates that the resources do not go directly through structures of the Cuban state, but are channeled through independent organizations. 

Among themreligious entities and humanitarian groups are mentioned with the aim of ensuring transparencyin the delivery.

"In the United States we offer to help you not only to alleviate the current crisis, but also to build a better future."

RubioHe blamed the Cuban authorities for the current situation of the country., pointing out that the shortage of electricity, fuel, and food is due to internal management problems. It also pointed to the role of the military conglomerate GAESA, to which it attributed a strong influence on the national economy.

Critical situation in the energy system

The described context includes a severe impact on the electrical and energy supply in Cuba. Sector authorities have recognized severe limitations in power generation, which has led to prolonged blackouts and fuel shortages in various regions of the country.

While the U.S. government maintains that the crisis is linked to the country's internal management, the Cuban government attributes the difficulties to the economic embargo. and the international sanctions imposed by Washington. 

Rubio's announcement also represents a shift in the approach of U.S. policy toward Cuba, by proposing a direct relationship with the citizens rather than the government. 

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