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Hundreds of Cuban Women Rally Against US Blockade as Energy Crisis Deepens
By Aurax Desk | April 07, 2026 | 2 min read
Hundreds of women in Cuba took to the streets to protest US sanctions as fuel shortages and a worsening energy crisis strain daily life across the island.
Cuban women march in Havana to protest US sanctions amid a worsening energy crisis.
Hundreds of women took to the streets in Havana to protest the long-standing United States embargo on Cuba, as the island grapples with a deepening energy crisis that has disrupted daily life. The demonstration, organized by the Federation of Cuban Women, saw participants calling for an end to sanctions they say are worsening shortages of fuel, electricity, and basic goods.
Demonstrators hold signs calling for an end to the US blockade on Cuba.
Marchers carried Cuban flags and signs condemning the blockade, arguing that the restrictions have intensified blackouts and strained public services at a time when the country is already facing significant economic challenges. Many pointed to frequent power outages and transportation disruptions as evidence of the crisis affecting households across the country.
Widespread blackouts across Cuba highlight the severity of the island’s ongoing energy and humanitarian crisis.
Cuban officials have long blamed the US embargo for limiting access to essential resources, while critics argue that internal economic issues also play a role. The latest rally highlights growing frustration among citizens as energy shortages persist, with authorities warning that conditions could remain difficult in the near term.
Sources: AP News, Euronews
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