U.S. oil blockade forces Cuban schools to end year early, leaving children out of class

Cuba's education system has long struggled with limited resources. Schools across the island are ending the academic year ahead of schedule. The early closures are driven by a severe fuel shortage. The shortage is a result of a U.S. oil blockade that restricts petroleum imports. Without adequate fuel, school generators and transportation cannot function. As a result, many children are left without classrooms for the remainder of the term. The disruption adds pressure to an education sector already under strain. The situation underscores the broader impact of the blockade on Cuban society.