Cuba's Guiteras plant suffers 24th breakdown in 2026, deepening blackouts

The Antonio Guiteras power plant, Cuba's largest, has suffered its 24th breakdown this year, with repairs expected to take several days. This recurring failure exacerbates the island's chronic electricity shortages, highlighting the deteriorating state of Cuba's energy infrastructure. The incident underscores the systemic nature of Cuba's power crisis, which has persisted despite government efforts to stabilize the grid.