- The U.S. sent a humanitarian flight to Cuba delivering food and hygiene kits for up to 700 families — the first tranche of a new $100 million aid package meant to help Cuban people, not the government.
- The aid comes as Washington increases pressure on Havana, including blocking most oil shipments and expanding financial sanctions.
- Deliveries are being managed by Catholic Relief Services and local parishes to prevent regime diversion; Cuba was initially wary but agreed to accept the assistance after talks.
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