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Cuba Faces Crisis: Power Outages and Food Shortages

1/31/2026

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Story summary

Cuba faces worsening conditions in Havana, including increased garbage, crumbling architecture, and widespread power outages, after the U.S. attack on Venezuela.
Cubans are adapting by cooking with firewood and standing in long lines for gasoline.
Communication disruptions are common.
Experts warn of a potential crisis due to disruptions in oil shipments.
Cubans recall the 1990s economic depression and remain determined, epitomized by the slogan "Patria o muerte, venceremos!".

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Story summary

Cuba faces worsening conditions in Havana, including increased garbage, crumbling architecture, and widespread power outages, after the U.S. attack on Venezuela.
Cubans are adapting by cooking with firewood and standing in long lines for gasoline.
Communication disruptions are common.
Experts warn of a potential crisis due to disruptions in oil shipments.
Cubans recall the 1990s economic depression and remain determined, epitomized by the slogan "Patria o muerte, venceremos!".