CLCuba experienced another complete power outage shortly after restoring electricity in much of the island, exacerbating an ongoing energy crisis. The state-owned electric company, Unión Eléctrica (UNE), confirmed the nationwide blackout occurred at 10:43 PM local time, and stated they were working to restore service as quickly as possible. This follows a partial outage on Saturday caused by simultaneous failures in transmission lines, which led to the division of the National Electricity System and the loss of power in western regions, including Havana. Although power was restored in affected provinces over the weekend, the system remains fragile due to multiple units being out of service and others undergoing maintenance. The minister of foreign affairs, Bruno Rodríguez, attributed the worsening energy crisis to US sanctions and restrictions, claiming these measures aim to inflict maximum harm on the Cuban people.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the power outages as part of a broader energy crisis exacerbated by US sanctions, citing statements from Cuban officials that directly blame external factors for domestic challenges. The narrative emphasizes systemic issues within Cuba’s infrastructure while attributing the crisis
