An international convoy delivered several tons of humanitarian aid to Cuba, amid an economic and energy crisis exacerbated by US restrictions.
The operation, organized by the "Nuestra America" coalition, enabled the delivery of 14 tons of goods by sea from Mexico, including food, medicine, solar panels and bicycles.
The ship, which departed from the port of Progreso, arrived in Havana, where Cuban authorities received the cargo intended to alleviate shortages on the island.
This delivery comes in addition to six tons of aid already sent by plane the previous week, notably to hospitals, according to Cuban official media.
The flotilla comprises three ships in total, with the other two expected in the coming days, which could further bolster supplies.
The convoy brings together nearly 300 organizations from more than 30 countries, ranging from NGOs to trade unions and political leaders, including some European figures.
This initiative aims to circumvent US sanctions, which severely restrict imports of fuel and essential goods to Cuba, exacerbating the country's economic difficulties.
It also illustrates the mobilization of international networks in response to a humanitarian situation deemed worrying on the island.
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