Elderly Cubans Struggle Amid Economic Crisis and U.S. Oil Embargo
In Havana, Cuba, elderly citizens are facing severe hardships due to an escalating economic crisis exacerbated by a U.S. oil embargo. Many seniors, who rely on meager pensions, are turning to church-provided meals to supplement their limited state rations. The crisis has intensified since the beginning of the year, with the elderly population, many of whom are former government employees, being among the hardest hit. The situation is compounded by the emigration of younger generations, leaving the elderly to fend for themselves. The Cuban government has recently allowed private entrepreneurs to operate elder care services, marking a shift from its traditional state-controlled model. 
