The Cuban Ambassador to India, Juan Carlos Marsan, stated that Cuba's political system remains off the table for any dialogue with the U.S. The country is grappling with severe economic issues, including blackouts and fuel shortages, due to the ongoing US blockade.

Cuba is facing a severe economic crisis triggered by fuel shortages and U.S. sanctions, with prolonged blackouts and disruptions to daily life; the Cuban Ambassador to India, Juan Carlos Marsan, says the blockade has affected all sectors, even as they remain open to dialogue