Cuba is grappling with its third nationwide power outage of 2026, with authorities still working to restore electricity to millions across the island.The blackout, which occurred on Monday, left the country's 10-million population in darkness overnight, exacerbating existing challenges.

The national grid operator, UNE, reported partial recovery on Tuesday, reconnecting central regions including Mariel and Sancti Spiritus, but the eastern and western parts of the island remain without power.In Havana, approximately one-third of the capital had electricity restored by Tuesday morning, though many areas still face intermittent supply.

The incident comes amid heightened tensions with the United States, which has imposed severe sanctions and cut off fuel supplies to Cuba as part of its efforts to pressure the communist government.Cuban officials and the United Nations have condemned these measures as illegal and a violation of human rights.The ongoing crisis highlights the fragility of Cuba's infrastructure and the impact of geopolitical pressures on daily life.