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The Trump administration turns attention to Mexico and Cuba's oil relationship

By Eyder Peralta
Published January 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM CST

As Venezuelan oil shipments to Cuba collapse, Mexico has stepped up as the island's main supplier — though its support may be temporary under Washington's pressure.

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Eyder Peralta is NPR's East Africa correspondent based in Nairobi, Kenya.
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