Cuba is grappling with its third nationwide power outage in six months, exacerbating an already dire energy crisis.The state electricity company reported a total disconnection from the national grid, citing fuel shortages as the primary cause.This blackout follows eight incidents since late 2024, with authorities imposing strict power cuts to conserve limited resources.The situation has worsened since the U.S.oil blockade began in January, restricting Cuba's access to essential fuels.

Despite investments in solar energy, which now accounts for only 10% of the energy mix, the country remains heavily reliant on aging Soviet-era infrastructure.The crisis has led to severe shortages of food, water, and medicine, prompting international warnings about a potential humanitarian emergency.

While authorities claim they are working to restore services, the prolonged outages highlight systemic failures in Cuba's electricity generation system.The recent blackout affected regions from Havana to Pinar del Rio, with some rural areas experiencing over 70 hours without power.