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Volver a Cuba ocho años después: así se ve la isla donde la peor crisis va por dentro
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 17, 2026
· 9 min read
Análisis por Juan Carlos López, CNN en Español
La realidad siempre termina siendo muy diferente de lo que anticipamos. Eso me ocurrió tras aterrizar en La Habana, ciudad a la que no iba desde hacía ocho años. El aeropuerto tiene actividad reducida y se nota la tensión en el momento en el que se...
Key takeaway Eso me ocurrió tras aterrizar en La Habana, ciudad a la que no iba desde hacía ocho años.
Why this matters in The El Paso
For El Pasoans with family ties to Cuba, the ongoing crisis in the island nation hits close to home. Many in our community have relatives who still live in Cuba, and the struggles they face are a constant concern. The scarcity of resources, including fuel and electricity, is a harsh reality that affects daily life. As the crisis deepens, it's likely that more Cubans will seek to reunite with family members in El Paso , putting a strain on local resources and social services. Additionally, the city's own experience with cross-border trade and economic development may offer valuable lessons for Cuba as it navigates its own economic challenges. As the situation in Cuba continues to unfold, El Pasoans will be watching with a mix of concern and solidarity, hoping for a resolution that brings stability and prosperity to the island nation.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 9 min
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What is this story about? Análisis por Juan Carlos López, CNN en Español
La realidad siempre termina siendo muy diferente de lo que anticipamos. Eso me ocurrió tras aterrizar en La Habana, ciudad a la que no iba desde hacía ocho años. El aeropuerto tiene actividad reducida y se nota la tensión en el momento en el que se...
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