Cuba experienced a nationwide blackout on Friday, affecting approximately 10 million people after the failure of the Antonio Guiteras power plant. The outage, which follows a series of rolling blackouts, has been attributed to deteriorating infrastructure, fuel shortages exacerbated by Hurricane Milton, and increasing demand. Prime Minister Manuel Marrero announced that the government would prioritize electricity for residential areas, leading to the closure of schools and many state enterprises. The blackout has also severely impacted tourism, with reports of restaurants lacking food and internet access. Additionally, a significant drop in internet traffic was recorded, correlating with the power outage. Cuban leaders are facing criticism as the country continues to grapple with economic challenges and the implications of U.S. sanctions on its energy infrastructure.