Cuba’s Elderly: Struggling Amid Sanctions and Economic Hardship

In Cuba, the elderly find themselves in dire straits as economic struggles, exacerbated by U.S. sanctions, tighten their grip on the island. The collapse of once-reliable state provisions leaves them vulnerable, with many unable to secure basic needs like food and healthcare. As Cuba’s population rapidly ages, the country faces a crisis as pensions shrink, prices soar, and essential services crumble. Despite being promised support in their old age, seniors now grapple with the harsh reality of insufficient services amid...