Trump just gave Cuba a final warning to negotiate or get wrecked. The American president demanded that the island nation cut a deal because the free cash and oil flow from Venezuela would stop immediately. He claimed on Truth Social that Havana provided security for dictators but noted those days are over. He insisted they agree to terms before things get worse.
This attention shifts toward Havana after American forces grabbed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro during a capital raid. Venezuela historically sent around 35000 barrels daily to its ally. Trump stated that the supply drops to zero. He mentioned no specifics on deal conditions but referenced the seizure of Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, on drug trafficking charges.
Havana claimed thirty-two nationals died during that operation in Caracas. Trump noted that most of those guards are dead and insisted Venezuela no longer needs protection from thugs. He promised the American military would defend Venezuela instead. President Miguel Díaz-Canel previously honored those fallen combatants for fighting imperial terrorists but hasn't replied to these new threats yet.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio hinted that Cuban leaders should worry because they face serious trouble. Trump previously called military intervention unnecessary since he believes the country stands ready to collapse. He even reposted a message suggesting Rubio could run Cuba. Meanwhile, seizing sanctioned tankers already worsened the energy shortage on the island.
This attention shifts toward Havana after American forces grabbed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro during a capital raid. Venezuela historically sent around 35000 barrels daily to its ally. Trump stated that the supply drops to zero. He mentioned no specifics on deal conditions but referenced the seizure of Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, on drug trafficking charges.
Havana claimed thirty-two nationals died during that operation in Caracas. Trump noted that most of those guards are dead and insisted Venezuela no longer needs protection from thugs. He promised the American military would defend Venezuela instead. President Miguel Díaz-Canel previously honored those fallen combatants for fighting imperial terrorists but hasn't replied to these new threats yet.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio hinted that Cuban leaders should worry because they face serious trouble. Trump previously called military intervention unnecessary since he believes the country stands ready to collapse. He even reposted a message suggesting Rubio could run Cuba. Meanwhile, seizing sanctioned tankers already worsened the energy shortage on the island.
