Cuba’s power grid fails again leaving millions in total blackout

• Millions of people across Cuba were left without electricity on Friday following a total collapse of the island's power grid.
• The nationwide blackout was triggered by a transmission line failure in western Cuba, which was further aggravated by unstable weather conditions.
• Authorities initiated restoration protocols, bringing power back to 5 percent of Havana by dusk while prioritizing hospitals and emergency systems.
• Grid failures have become increasingly frequent due to a severe economic crisis and a US energy embargo that restricts fuel imports and maintenance.
• The continuous power outages severely impact daily life across Cuba, disrupting water supplies, cooking, public transportation, and healthcare services.

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