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Cuba Struggles to Restore Power After Nationwide Blackout Amid U.S. Oil Blockade

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Cuba's electrical grid experienced a total collapse on Saturday, marking the second nationwide blackout in just a week, attributed to issues at the Nuevitas thermoelectric plant. The Cuban government has initiated efforts to restore power, focusing on vital services such as hospitals and water supply. Despite some power being restored through smaller systems and operational gas plants, the capital, Havana, remains largely in darkness, with minimal mobile and internet service. The situation is exacerbated by ongoing U.S. sanctions that have hindered Cuba's access to necessary oil supplies, complicating the recovery process that typically takes several days.

Key Details: • Nationwide blackout occurred on Saturday; second in a week. • Efforts to restore power focus on critical services like hospitals and water supply. • Havana remains mostly dark with limited communication services. • U.S. oil sanctions have severely impacted Cuba's energy recovery efforts.

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