Cuba has been hit by its second nationwide power outage within a week, according to the country's energy department. The electricity began disappearing from buildings in Havana around 6:30 PM local time on Saturday, just before darkness fell over the country. Work is reportedly underway to address the problem.
The latest blackout comes amid a deepening energy and economic crisis in the authoritarian-ruled nation, which has been exacerbated by U.S. sanctions and a blockade of oil from Venezuela. President Miguel Díaz-Canel stated over a week ago that the island nation has not received any oil deliveries for over three months.
the island nation has not received any oil deliveries for over three months
On Saturday, aid shipments from 120 organizations began arriving in Cuba, following an oil embargo from the United States that has intensified the crisis in the country. The situation highlights the severe economic challenges facing Cuba as it grapples with energy shortages and international sanctions.