Protests Erupt Across Cuba Over Food and Power Shortages

• Hundreds protest in Cuba's Santiago city demanding food and power amid economic crisis causing shortages • Videos show rare public demonstrations also occurring in other Cuban cities like Bayamo • Cuba blames US sanctions but economists say centralized economy and recent austerity measures sparked discontent • Largest protests since July 2021 resulting in hundreds still imprisoned; massive migration occurring • Exiled Cubans like politicians and musicians voice support for protesters seeking freedom after 60 years of regime rule