- The US issued sanctions and maintained its comprehensive economic embargo on Cuba, while political figures discussed the island's future.
- Trump threatens military action and energy blockade on Cuba as US moves tighten economic screws, prompting Díaz-Canel's defense of sovereignty.
- Protests centered in Havana as Cuban leader Miguel Díaz-Canel blames the U.S. embargo for the ongoing energy crisis.
- Severe blackouts hit Matanzas, prompting encouraged protests against the United States in Cuba.
A water crisis hit Havana, while Matanzas reported blackouts lasting up to 87 continuous hours, according to the Los Angeles Times.
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What happened
A water crisis hit Havana, while Matanzas reported blackouts lasting up to 87 continuous hours, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Water crisis in Havana worsens due to pipeline malfunction; temporary restoration is possible.1 source
Havana water crisis and Matanzas blackouts reported by LAT.1 source
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The entities involved
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Havana
capital and largest city of Cuba
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Cuba
sovereign state situated on an island in the Caribbean Sea
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Matanzas
capital of the Cuban province of Matanzas
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