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flag Protests in Havana over prolonged blackouts and poor services sparked unrest, with residents banging pots and setting fires, amid a heavy security presence.

flag Protests erupted in multiple Havana neighborhoods including Santos Suárez, Lawton, Alamar, and Toyo Corner on Thursday and Friday, with residents holding pot-banging demonstrations and setting fires to express frustration over prolonged power outages and deteriorating living conditions. flag Despite partial electricity restoration, blackouts lasting up to 30 hours have fueled public anger, with many blaming the National Electric Union for poor infrastructure and response. flag Demonstrations, reminiscent of the 2021 uprisings, occurred amid a heavy police and paramilitary presence, though authorities have not issued statements. flag The unrest reflects ongoing economic hardship and widespread dissatisfaction with essential services across the Cuban capital.

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