The European Commission has announced an additional €2 million in humanitarian aid for Cuba in response to worsening humanitarian conditions on the island. The new funding is intended to support logistics for humanitarian partners delivering urgent assistance to the most vulnerable people, particularly as the ongoing energy crisis continues to disrupt access to food and safe drinking water.
This latest allocation comes on top of the €4 million already approved earlier this year under a regional humanitarian package for the Caribbean, much of which has been directed toward addressing growing needs in Cuba. The new support reflects the European Union’s continued response to the country’s escalating humanitarian challenges.
The funding also follows assistance provided in 2025 after Hurricane Melissa caused significant damage across the island. Last year, the EU mobilised nearly €6 million in total for disaster preparedness and emergency response efforts in Cuba, demonstrating sustained engagement in helping the country cope with both natural disasters and broader humanitarian pressures.
According to the European Commission, the latest €2 million package will help ensure the continued delivery of life-saving aid, including food and drinking water, to vulnerable communities affected by shortages and supply disruptions. The support is expected to benefit up to two million people in need.
EU officials said the bloc remains committed to standing with the people of Cuba during this difficult period. The additional funding is aimed at helping humanitarian operations continue despite the country’s worsening energy crisis and growing shortages, ensuring that critical relief reaches those most affected.
