U.S. Sanctions Tighten on Cuba’s Power and Military: The Trump administration announced new sanctions targeting Cuban military instrumentalities and other actors tied to “subversive anti-American activities,” while Cuba’s foreign minister Bruno Rodríguez blamed the blockade for rising infant mortality and worsening child cancer survival. Humanitarian Pressure Meets Daily Collapse: Cubans shared fresh accounts of blackouts and shortages, including a viral video of a mother forced to cook with charcoal because there’s no electricity or gas, and complaints about ETECSA generators in Havana drowning neighborhoods in noise. Tourism and Payments Keep Falling Apart: More airlines and hotel groups are suspending Cuba service; Canadian carriers halted flights indefinitely, and Indonesian chain Archipelago International confirmed its exit, citing U.S. sanctions. Separately, Cuba’s Visa/Mastercard access is set to stop, adding to the strain on everyday purchases. Raúl Castro Returns to Public View: Raúl Castro made his first public appearance since U.S. charges, as Cuba marked his 95th birthday with a security-focused message. Havana Streets, Too: Residents in Centro Habana filmed trash around a major church, while others reported a new door-breaching technique used by thieves.