Cuba tourism collapses as US pressure campaign bites (opens original article in a new tab)

Cuba's tourism industry has collapsed due to US sanctions, leading to economic and social challenges including fuel and medicine shortages, power cuts, and reduced healthcare outcomes.

• Cuba's tourism numbers fell 58.4% in first five months of 2026 compared to same period last year
• US sanctions led to foreign airlines and hotel operators ceasing operations in Cuba
• Fuel shortages caused by US sanctions have worsened shortages of medicine, food, and electricity in Cuba