Cuba Suffers Seventh Blackout of 2026 as Energy Crisis Deepens

Cuba experienced its seventh nationwide blackout this year, caused by transmission line failures and adverse weather, compounding an already severe energy crisis. The outage worsens economic conditions, with 66% of the population living in poverty, while US restrictions on fuel supply continue to strain the island's grid. The recurring nature of these blackouts indicates a systemic infrastructure failure rather than an isolated event.