US to provide $24 million for Caribbean countries hit by Hurricane Melissa

**Summary:**The U.S. has announced a $24 million aid package for Jamaica, Haiti, the Bahamas, and Cuba, following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. The funds will support immediate relief efforts and long-term recovery in the affected areas. Notably, $3 million is being distributed through the Catholic Church in Cuba, bypassing the Cuban government, to ensure direct assistance to the people. This is the largest natural disaster response in the region since the USAID reorganization. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.