Cuba Struck By Third Island-Wide Blackout In Just Over a Week
Summary
Cuba has experienced its third nationwide power outage in just over a week due to a fuel crisis worsened by U.S. sanctions and pressure. The blackouts have caused major problems for residents, who face spoiled food and limited electricity, while the Cuban government blames the U.S. for worsening their energy problems.Key Facts
- Cuba experienced a third island-wide blackout in little more than a week.
- The blackouts are linked to a severe fuel shortage caused partly by U.S. sanctions.
- The U.S. stopped Venezuelan oil shipments to Cuba after capturing Venezuela’s leader, Nicolás Maduro.
- The U.S. threatened tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba, contributing to an oil blockade.
- Cuba depends heavily on fuel imports to run its aging electricity system.
- Cuba’s energy ministry said repairs are underway after the power grid fully disconnected on Tuesday morning.
- President Trump and U.S. officials have openly opposed Cuba’s communist government and hinted at possible military action.
- Cuba approved major economic reforms in June aiming to reduce U.S. pressure by shifting toward free-market policies.
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