Russian tanker
Coverage of Russian tanker in the Nexus archive.
- An islandwide blackout strikes Cuba for the second time this week as its grid crumbles
Cuba experienced a second islandwide blackout in a week due to a failing power grid and fuel shortages linked to a U.S. energy blockade. Authorities cited a line failure between Santa Clara and Sancti Spíritus as the cause, with the Prime Minister highlighting the crisis's impact on fuel availability and infrastructure.
- An islandwide blackout strikes Cuba for the second time this week as its grid crumbles
Cuba experienced a second islandwide blackout in three days due to a crumbling power grid and fuel shortages linked to a U.S. energy blockade. Public transportation has halted, surgeries are canceled, and intentional power outages exceed 24 hours as fuel imports dwindle.
- Fuel-Starved Cuba Dealt Blow as Russian Tanker Changes Course
Cuba, already facing severe fuel shortages, has been further impacted by a Russian tanker altering its course, exacerbating the crisis. A tank truck in Matanzas highlights the ongoing fuel scarcity.