Havana experienced a widespread power outage late on December 1st and into the early hours of December 2nd, 2025, plunging the capital city into near-total darkness. Reports indicate that even emergency circuits were affected, according to social media observations. Despite the significant blackout, Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz reportedly told foreign businessmen that the current moment was "favorable" and that the country "is moving forward." This statement was made during the reporting window. The extent of the power failure impacted various sectors across Havana, with observations suggesting a near-complete loss of electricity. The cause of the outage remains unconfirmed. Details regarding the duration and the specific reasons behind the failure of emergency circuits are still emerging.
