Mexican Navy Finds Missing Cuba Aid Sailboats, Crew Safe

The Mexican Navy located two missing sailboats—Tiger Moth and Friend Ship—80 nautical miles northwest of Havana on March 28, 2026, confirming all nine crew members are safe and the vessels are continuing to Cuba. The boats disappeared last week while transporting humanitarian aid from Isla Mujeres, Mexico, as part of the Nuestra America convoy, which has delivered 50 tonnes of medical supplies, food, and solar panels to support Cuba amid a deepening US-fueled energy crisis. A convoy spokesperson stated the mission remains on track to deliver urgently needed aid, thanking Mexican and Cuban authorities for their coordination. The cause of the communication loss and the boats’ expected arrival time were not specified. This incident occurs as US President Donald Trump renewed threats against Cuba, calling it 'next' amid a broader geopolitical confrontation, while a US fuel blockade—imposed after the seizure of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro—has strangled Cuba’s economy. Previous convoy vessels faced delays due to weather and technical issues. The first aid shipments arrived by plane from Europe and the US last week, with a converted fishing boat reaching Havana on March 24.

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/03/28/missing-cuba-bound-aid-boats-located-crew-reported-safe/