Cuba suffers third nationwide power grid collapse in two weeks
Euronews reports that Cuba is experiencing its third total power grid failure within a fortnight amid an ongoing fuel shortage and deepening economic crisis.
By Europa Express15 Jul 2026 · 03:00 CETUpdated 15 Jul 2026 · 03:00 CET
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⚡ EXECUTIVE DISPATCH BRIEFDeveloping · Energy
Core Briefing: Cuba suffers third nationwide power grid collapse in two weeks
Strategic Context: Euronews reports that Cuba is experiencing its third total power grid failure within a fortnight amid an ongoing fuel shortage and deepening economic crisis.
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According to Euronews, the national power grid has collapsed for the third time in two weeks. This latest failure highlights the severity of the infrastructure instability currently affecting the island.
The report notes that fuel scarcity has been a persistent issue in Cuba since January. This follows threats from US President Donald Trump to impose tariffs on any nation supplying or selling oil to the country, further compounding Cuba’s existing financial and economic difficulties.