Cuba is facing a severe energy crisis, with a nationwide blackout plunging over 10 million people into darkness. The island nation’s government has confirmed that the entire power grid malfunctioned, and emergency measures are being taken to restore electricity. Experts attribute the crisis to a combination of extreme power shortages, fuel shortages, and outdated infrastructure.
The crisis has been exacerbated by US President Donald Trump’s imposed oil embargo, which has severely restricted Cuba’s access to Venezuelan oil. Cuba’s President Miguel Diaz-Canel has stated that the country has not received a significant oil shipment in the past three months, leading to increased reliance on alternative energy sources such as solar power, natural gas, and thermal power plants.
The situation has taken a turn for the worse as regional tensions escalate, with the US imposing “Operation Absolution Resolve” in the area. The crisis has also sparked discussions between the US and Cuba on finding a solution to the energy crisis.
Meanwhile, a ballistic missile attack by Iran has targeted several areas in Israel, prompting Israeli President to label the new Iranian ballistic missile as a significant challenge. The UAE Ministry of Defense claims to have destroyed 13 ballistic missiles using its defense system.
Iran has executed a person accused of spying for Israel, with the country’s Supreme Leader attending the funeral. The Russian government has extended condolences to the family of Ali Larijani, Iran’s National Security Council Chief, who died in a missile attack.
The United Nations Fact-Finding Mission is conducting an investigation into the attack, with the lead investigator stating that the process is in its initial stages. Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has expressed deep condolences to Iran’s government and people over the loss of Ali Larijani.
Reports have surfaced that Russia is sharing satellite images and advanced drone technology with Iran, according to a US intelligence report. The Israeli government is reportedly assessing the consequences of the operation.
Iran’s provincial deputy governor has confirmed that the city of Dorood in the province of Lorestan was attacked. US officials have stated that Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel’s resignation is a condition for lifting the energy embargo.
Hammas has released a statement condemning the killing of Ali Larijani and expressing solidarity with the Iranian people. China has announced that it will provide emergency humanitarian aid to Iran, Jordan, Lebanon, and Iraq during the ongoing conflict.
US President Donald Trump has announced that White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. DG ISI has stated that the Taliban used drones provided by India in a recent attack on Pakistan.
In other news, a photo and video sharing app Instagram has announced that Pakistani-American Osman Khawaja’s third daughter, Amira Maya, was born on March 13.
