NEWS: Energy diplomacy (allegedly) dominated the closely watched US-China talks.

President Trump claims Chinese leader Xi Jinping agreed to assist him with the Iran war. China also agreed to buy more US oil, LNG, and other energy as the country seeks to reduce its exposure to the Strait of Hormuz. Also in China’s cart: more US soybeans.

Meanwhile, Cuba says it has no fuel oil or diesel left as US restrictions choke off shipments (Havana is facing blackouts up to 22 hours per day). Washington is dangling $100M in aid—but only in exchange for political reform.