"Cuba Accuses US of Fueling Rare Protests Amid Economic Crisis"

Cuba's foreign ministry summoned the top U.S. diplomat, accusing the U.S. embassy in Havana of stoking anti-government protests and meddling in internal affairs. Rallies erupted in protest of blackouts and food shortages, prompting the U.S. government to encourage respect for human rights. The U.S. denied involvement, emphasizing the need for the Cuban government to address the people's legitimate needs. The latest dispute highlights the strained relationship between the two countries, with Cuba blaming U.S. sanctions for seeking to destabilize the nation. Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel accused U.S.-based agitators of attempting to incite chaos, while the country expects continued acute blackouts.