Iberia Airlines Suspends Flights to Cuba Amid Severe Fuel Shortage
Spanish airline Iberia has announced the suspension of its direct flights to Havana, Cuba, from June 1 to October 24, due to a severe fuel shortage on the island. This decision follows a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued by Cuban authorities, indicating that Havana's airport had run out of a commonly-used jet fuel. The fuel crisis in Cuba has been exacerbated by the U.S. administration's economic and diplomatic pressure, which has cut off Cuba's access to Venezuelan oil. The situation has led to extended blackouts and a significant drop in international visitors, with tourist numbers plummeting by 48% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the previous year. Other airlines, including three Canadian airlines and Russia's Rossiya Airlines, have also suspended flights or adjusted their schedules due to the fuel shortage. 
