The Heat: Cuba-US tensions | Millions suffering from blockade

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Cuba has faced a deepening energy crisis for more than six months after Washington imposed an oil blockade. Blackouts are now routine, hospitals are struggling, and water supplies are affected. Meanwhile, US threats against the island continue. #cuba #blockade #us #heat Host: Anand Naidoo Guests: Ben Norton is founder and editor-in-chief of Geopolitical Economy Report. Vijay Prashad has made several visits to Cuba over the years and he is co-author of the book "On Cuba: Reflections on 70 years of Revolution and Struggle". Reed Lindsay is a journalist with the independent US media outlet, Belly of the Beast. 0:00-2:57 Cuba's oil crisis leaves hospitals and families struggling 2:58-5:01 Why Cuba's fuel shortage is devastating daily life 5:02-6:28 How the blockade is affecting food and medicine 6:29-8:38 Is regime change the goal of US sanctions? 8:39-10:37 The history behind Cuba's economic blockade 10:38-12:49 How the oil blockade is strangling Cuba's economy 12:50-14:24 Could the US

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