Cuba Brings Country to Standstill as Energy Crisis Deepens

Cuba Faces Perfect Storm as Energy Crisis Deepens

For the 62nd consecutive day, Cubans woke up on Friday to another day of desperation as the island's crumbling energy system buckled under the weight of a perfect storm. Public buses ground to a halt, plunging thousands into uncertainty, while gas lines stretched for miles, leaving residents scrambling for fuel to heat their homes and cook their meals.

Cuba, an island nation with a storied history of resistance against colonial powers and Soviet domination, stands at the crossroads of a profound energy crisis. The latest wave of disruptions has left residents reeling, as public transportation disintegrates and daily life grinds to a halt. Cuba's struggles with energy scarcity date back to the early 1990s, when the Soviet Union's collapse sent shockwaves through the island's economy.

The Trump administration's executive order, which restricts oil imports from the US, has already sparked fears among Cuban officials that their energy infrastructure is on the verge of collapse.