Widespread Unrest in Cuba Amid Shortages and US Sanctions
Protests break out across Cuba as US trade restrictions lead to food and energy crises, sparking rare anti-government demonstrations on the island nation.
Simmering tensions in Cuba have boiled over into widespread civil unrest, as the communist-led country grapples with severe shortages of food, fuel, and other essential goods. Sparked by the ongoing impact of US trade sanctions, thousands of Cubans have taken to the streets in rare anti-government protests, demanding relief from the economic crisis.
According to authorities, a local communist party office was set ablaze during one of the demonstrations, underscoring the intensity of public frustration. The protests, which have spread to multiple cities and towns, mark a significant challenge to the ruling regime's grip on power.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: Al Jazeera
