Cuba's Worsening Power Crisis: Half of Island Without Electricity

Cuba is grappling with severe power outages, with up to 70% of the island left without electricity during peak hours. The Minister of Energy and Mines acknowledged that some communities have gone without power for up to 150 consecutive days due to transformer replacement issues. The crisis, exacerbated by fuel shortages and outdated infrastructure, has led to multiple national blackouts and prolonged outages lasting up to 40 hours in some provinces. The government attributes part of the situation to U.S. sanctions, while international organizations question the embargo's impact.