Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed unwavering support for Cuba amidst new US sanctions during a meeting with Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez in Moscow. Putin condemned the sanctions and reiterated Russia's commitment to assist Cuba in its struggle for independence and sovereignty. Russian officials, including Lavrov and Peskov, emphasized the importance of maintaining relations with Cuba and called for the US to reconsider its blockade. The situation in Cuba is worsening due to fuel shortages exacerbated by the US embargo and the cessation of oil supplies from Venezuela and Mexico.