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Mexico locates two aid sailboats bound for Havana

Two sailboats that left Isla Mujeres carrying humanitarian supplies to Cuba were found 80 nautical miles northwest of the island and are being escorted to Havana with their crews safe.

Mar 28th 2026 ยท Cuba

Insights

  • Two sailboats left Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo, carrying humanitarian aid to Havana.
  • A Mexican navy surveillance aircraft spotted the vessels about 80 nautical miles northwest of Cuba.
  • Crews reported they were in good health and said bad weather had slowed their progress.
  • A Mexican ship is escorting the sailboats to ensure their safe arrival in Havana.
  • The Nuestra America Convoy says the coalition has delivered about 20 tons of aid including food, medicine, solar panels and bicycles.