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Cuba's Energy Grid Collapses, Leaving Millions Without Power

Residents play dominoes during a massive blackout after a major power plant failed in Havana, Cuba, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa)

Cuba is currently grappling with a severe energy crisis as its energy grid has collapsed, leaving millions of residents without power. This latest failure adds to a series of challenges faced by the island nation, including aging infrastructure, natural disasters, and economic instability.

The Cuban Electric Union, the state-run utility company, has reported that efforts are underway to restore power to the affected areas. However, local officials have cautioned that the process of reviving the aging Soviet-era power stations could take several days.

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