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Cuba Faces Energy Crisis Amid US Blockade
Cuba has reported a shortage of oil and diesel, leading to significant power outages. The situation has prompted discussions about potential aid amid ongoing restrictions. (sources: cnbc, dw, france24, nytimes, ft)
ModernAction Briefing
Cuba has run out of oil and diesel, resulting in extended blackouts. The U.S. has imposed restrictions on fuel shipments, exacerbating the energy crisis.
- The U.S. has restricted oil shipments to Cuba since January.
- Cuba's power grid is in a critical state due to the blockade.
- Protests have occurred in Havana as power cuts increase.
Why it matters
The energy crisis in Cuba highlights the impact of international sanctions on the country's infrastructure and daily life.
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