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Cuba Experiences Second Major Blackout in a Week Amid Fuel Shortages

First article: 22 mar. 2026, 04:02 | Last update: 22 mar. 2026, 04:08 | 2 sources | 2 articles

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Cuba is facing a deepening energy crisis, marked by a second nationwide blackout within a week. The blackouts are attributed to severe fuel shortages, impacting power generation and distribution across the island. The situation is further compounded by the country's ongoing economic challenges and limited access to resources.

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Cuba Suffers Second Blackout in a Week Amid Fuel Squeeze Foto: Bloomberg
Bloomberg 22 mar. 2026, 04:08 (4 hours ago)

Cuba Suffers Second Blackout in a Week Amid Fuel Squeeze

Cuba’s electricity grid suffered another blackout on Saturday, the second major hit to its energy system this week, amid the US administration fuel embargo and pressure on the Havana government.

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National blackout hits Cuba for second time in a week Foto: BBC News
BBC News 22 mar. 2026, 04:02 (4 hours ago)

National blackout hits Cuba for second time in a week

Another total failure of its power grid underlines Cuba's hardship under a US-imposed fuel blockade.

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