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17 April 2026
Cuba: impact of the oil blockade on humanitarian needs
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Since early January 2026, Cuba has experienced a rapid deterioration in fuel availability and a shortage of critical supplies, especially food and medicine. An estimated nine million people have been affected, as fuel scarcity has disrupted electricity generation and transport systems in all regions of the country.
29 October 2025
Cuba: anticipated impact of Hurricane Melissa
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Hurricane Melissa takes place during a particularly severe storm season. Since May 2025, the NOAA has forecast an above-average hurricane season, predicting between 13–19 named storms with winds of 39mph or higher.