While the world attempts to reach Cuba with aid convoys, the United States continues to impose a fuel blockade.
As Cuba continues to fend off threats of a U.S. takeover, international convoys are bringing aid to the island to protest the U.S. fuel blockade. As Cubans live under a prolonged blackout and the government prepares for military confrontation, will the Cuban government be able to survive the recent U.S. overthrow effort?
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This episode was produced by Chloe K. Li and Sarí el-Khalili, with Catherine Nouhan, Tuleen Barakat, and guest host Kevin Hirten. Edited by Alexandra Locke and Sarí el-Khalili.
Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is the executive producer of The Take.
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Published: March 25, 2026
