"The vessels were transporting aid to the Caribbean's island nation, amid biting shortages triggered by a tightened US embargo. They were due to arrive in Havana on Tuesday or Wednesday but failed to reach the island, prompting a search and rescue mission."
"The Mexican navy said the sailboats were spotted by a maritime surveillance aircraft some 80 nautical miles (roughly 148 kilometers) northwest of Cuba. The crews reported they were in good health."
"The Nuestra America (Our America in Spanish) is a coalition of some 300 organizations representing over 30 countries. The coalition has delivered some 20 tons of aid to Cuba by air and by sea."
Two sailboats transporting humanitarian aid from Mexico to Cuba were located after going missing during their journey. The vessels, which left Isla Mujeres, were found 80 nautical miles northwest of Cuba. The crews reported being in good health despite unfavorable weather conditions that slowed their progress. A Mexican ship is escorting them to ensure safe arrival in Havana. The Nuestra America Convoy, a coalition of 300 organizations, aims to deliver urgently needed aid, including food and medicine, to Cuba amid shortages caused by a US embargo.
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