AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoElectricity Crisis in Havana: Scattered protests erupted across Havana as Cubans banged pots and shouted “turn on the lights” after a nationwide blackout hit Monday, the third in 2026, leaving millions without power while UNE said it was restoring service only in parts of the island. US Sanctions & Tourism Fallout: Multiple reports tie the energy collapse to a six-month US fuel blockade and broader sanctions that have also driven foreign businesses away and nearly stalled tourism. Restoration Uneven: By Tuesday, power was back to over 30% of the capital, including medical centers and water installations, but Santiago de Cuba reportedly stayed disconnected. On-the-Ground Travel Reality: A Canadian traveler described how reliable updates in Cuba often come from locals hours before official information, helping visitors plan basic logistics during outages. Havana Dollar Store Shock: A new Caracol/Supermix dollar store at the Comodoro Hotel opened with cash-only glitches and “VIP” prices, underscoring how hard-currency retail is out of reach for many locals. Diplomacy Watch: Cuba’s foreign minister condemned the US fuel blockade at the UN as a “naval blockade,” as the General Assembly voted to proceed with debate on the embargo.
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