Cuba's Energy Crisis: Workers Fight Blackouts

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Cubas Electric Union: A Beacon of Resilience Amidst Energy Crisis - Tens of thousands of Cubans gathered to honor workers, particularly those in the electric union, who have been battling a deteriorating power grid. The crisis escalated due to a U.S. energy blockade, causing islandwide blackouts for months. However, a Russian tanker delivered oil in late …

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Cubas Electric Union: A Beacon of Resilience Amidst Energy Crisis - Tens of thousands of Cubans gathered to honor workers, particularly those in the electric union, who have been battling a deteriorating power grid. The crisis escalated due to a U.S. energy blockade, causing islandwide blackouts for months. However, a Russian tanker delivered oil in late March, easing the strain. Workers shared tales of grueling shifts and brutal conditions, emphasizing their crucial role in powering the economy

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