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International food aid to Cuba

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Cuba has received humanitarian food aid from Russia and Japan to address food security concerns and the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. Russia delivered over 750 tons of vitamin-fortified sunflower oil through the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). This shipment, funded by the Russian Ministry of Emergencies, is intended for high-risk groups such as children, the elderly, and pregnant women. The delivery was marked by a ceremony in Havana attended by Vice Prime Minister Óscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga and Russian Ambassador Victor Koronelli. This assistance follows previous deliveries of similar products to the island in 2025. In a separate contribution, Japan provided a one million dollar donation via the WFP, which includes 425 tons of rice, grains, and oil. This aid is specifically targeted toward populations in eastern Cuba affected by Hurricane Melissa, a storm that damaged approximately 116,000 homes and 600 medical facilities across five provinces. Recovery from the hurricane has been hampered by fuel shortages, electricity blackouts, and damaged infrastructure. Reports indicate that tens of thousands of families remain in compromised housing, and millions face disruptions to clean water supplies. These challenges are compounded by a severe humanitarian and socio-economic crisis characterized by systemic shortages and declining production.

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