Cuba faces nationwide blackouts amid US oil blockade

In March 2026, Cuba experienced a nationwide collapse of its power grid, resulting in widespread blackouts. The crisis stems from a lack of oil shipments to the country since early January. The disruption in oil supply is attributed to an ongoing oil blockade imposed by the United States. The lack of fuel has crippled Cuba's ability to generate electricity, leading to the nationwide power outage. The situation highlights the impact of the US blockade on Cuba's energy infrastructure.