IrelandA Cuban-owned sandwich shop in Belfast, owned by Carlos Arguelles, has suspended Deliveroo orders due to the US economic sanctions on Cuba. These sanctions have caused Deliveroo to stop regular payments to Arguelles, forcing him to halt deliveries. Half of his staff rely on Deliveroo income, and he has not received payment since mid-June, with amounts owed reaching over £7,000. Arguelles attributes the issue to an automatic trigger related to 'Cuba' and criticizes the Trump administration's policies. He notes that similar issues occurred under the previous administration, requiring proof of UK residency. Despite receiving support from customers, he faces challenges with suppliers and expresses concern for family members in Cuba facing similar sanctions. Deliveroo has not yet commented.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the US sanctions on Cuba as an unjust and harmful policy, emphasizing the negative impact on a Cuban-owned business in Belfast. The tone suggests criticism of US foreign policy, particularly under the Trump administration, and highlights the personal and economic struggles of the店
