Cuba's power grid collapses again, leaving millions without electricity for at least 6th time this year

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Cuba experienced an islandwide power grid collapse on Friday, marking at least the sixth such event this year.
The outage is attributed to failures in western transmission lines, compounded by unstable weather conditions.
U.S. sanctions, specifically cutting off fuel supplies since January, are cited as a major cause for the recurring blackouts.
The collapse exacerbates Cuba's severe economic crisis, impacting food, water, electricity, transportation, work hours, and public health.
Restoration efforts have begun, with partial power returning to some areas and 'micro-islands' being established, but uncertainty remains about full restoration.
The U.S. administration has also explored military options against Cuba, though officials stress no decision has been made.

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