Cuba has plunged into a nationwide blackout amid a worsening energy crisis linked to U.S. oil restrictions, as President Donald Trump made remarks about potentially “taking” the island.
According to CNN, Cuba’s power grid collapsed with no immediate technical fault identified. Partial electricity has since been restored, but large areas, including Havana, remain without power. Officials said the crisis stems from a sharp drop in fuel supplies after U.S. measures disrupted oil shipments.
President Donald Trump mused over whether he would have the “honor of taking Cuba” on Monday, the same day the island’s electricity grid suffered its first nationwide collapse since the US effectively shut off the flow of oil to the country. https://t.co/qtJLD5anHs
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The report said the shortages have triggered rising fuel prices, reduced medical services, and widespread disruptions to daily life. Flights have been canceled, internet usage has dropped, and protests have emerged in some regions.
Cuban authorities blamed U.S. sanctions, while critics cited years of underinvestment in infrastructure. Trump and U.S. officials argued the island’s leadership has failed to manage the economy.
The situation highlights escalating tensions and growing instability in Cuba.
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