What happened: Cuba is facing severe electricity shortages partly due to US sanctions, forcing residents to rely on firewood for cooking and deal with rubbish piles.
Why it matters:
- Power outages disrupt daily life and essential services across Cuba.
- Ordinary Cubans face increased hardship due to limited access to fuel and energy.
MNN Take: The ongoing fuel shortages highlight the challenges Cuba faces in maintaining energy supply amid external sanctions and internal resource constraints.
Sources: BBC US & Canada