Grid collapse has Cubans at wits’ end, but many cling to hope: ‘If I lose hope, I’ll kill myself’

Cuba's energy grid has collapsed for the third time in a week, exacerbating daily challenges for residents. Energy Minister Vicente Levy de la O attributed the failures to U.S. oil blockades hindering spare parts and fuel imports. Cubans in Havana now accept frequent outages with resignation, though scientific data shows severe anxiety and stress linked to prolonged power cuts.