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Cuba hit by island-wide blackout amid Trump oil blockade

The Cuban government said it is probing a "complete disconnection" of the nation's electrical system. It comes as the Trump administration blocks Venezuelan oil shipments to Cuba. Grouped from 2 articles across 2 sources.

2 reports2 sourcesMar 16, 2026, 7:37 PM
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DWMar 16, 2026, 7:37 PM

Cuba hit by island-wide blackout amid Trump oil blockade

The Cuban government said it is probing a "complete disconnection" of the nation's electrical system. It comes as the Trump administration blocks Venezuelan oil shipments to Cuba.

ABC NewsMar 16, 2026, 7:21 PM

Cuban officials report island-wide blackout as country struggles with energy crisis

Ministry reports a "complete disconnection" of the country’s electrical system.

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