Cuba has released a nine-page handbook aimed at preparing families for a potential military attack. The guide advises residents to pack a backpack with food and medications and to seek safety immediately during air alerts. Miguel Díaz-Canel emphasizes that the socialist Caribbean island will defend itself resolutely in the event of an attack.
The release of the handbook comes amid growing concerns about a possible attack from the United States. Díaz-Canel warns that the tense situation between Cuba and the U.S. could lead to further conflicts. The document is available digitally on official sites, including the citizen portal of Havana.
However, the guide has faced significant criticism from the public. Many citizens express skepticism on social media, questioning where they are supposed to obtain the necessary supplies while already suffering from severe shortages. Comments like “Oh really, and where are we supposed to get the stuff for the backpack?” highlight the desperation of the people.
Cuba is experiencing a severe economic and energy crisis, exacerbated by an oil blockade from the U.S. The government reports a complete lack of oil and diesel supplies, while the power grid in the capital, Havana, experiences outages of up to 22 hours a day. The few available food items spoil in citizens’ refrigerators.
