Cuba Energy & Humanitarian Crisis: Cuba urged the UN to stop “threats of force,” warning U.S. sanctions and an “energy blockade” are worsening shortages and raising child mortality and cancer impacts. Regional Pressure: CARICOM foreign ministers voiced “profound concern” over intensifying U.S. economic and financial measures on Cuba, though Guyana and Trinidad & Tobago held back from the collective statement. Aid & Food Supply: Cuba received a humanitarian tranche from China amid severe hunger and economic strain, with Cuban officials stressing dialogue remains open. Power Grid Strain: Reports highlight critical electricity deficits and rolling blackouts, with fuel shortages pushing households toward charcoal and other stopgap energy sources. Industry Adaptation: Holguín’s Turquino Vegetable Canning Company is expanding revenue by selling via the Alimentos Cuba online platform and in foreign currency, adding new tomato and fruit-derivative products. Health R&D: Cuba showcased HEBERSaVax, a cancer vaccine candidate reporting positive Phase II results across multiple tumor types. Tourism Collapse: A Swiss-owned tour operator says Cuba tourism has cratered, with visitor numbers down sharply amid blackouts and infrastructure problems. Human Capital Hit: A Jamaican medical student in Cuba describes daily power outages, internet cuts, and food scarcity disrupting training. Migration Fallout: A new report says thousands of Cubans deported to Mexico face legal limbo and harsh conditions after the U.S. deportation surge. Sugar Sector Spotlight: Florida Crystals’ Alejandro “Alex” Morales was named a 2026 “Sugar Notable,” reflecting long ties to Cuba’s sugar industry.