According to Beyond Time News, US President Donald Trump has said that the United States could “take over” Cuba “almost immediately,” raising concerns about escalating tensions.
Speaking at an event in Florida, Trump suggested that a strong military presence, including a possible deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln, could pressure Cuba into submission.
Strong Rhetoric Amid Rising Tensions
Trump claimed that Cuba was facing internal problems and indicated that US action could follow operations related to Iran. He suggested that even a show of force near Cuban shores might compel the country to yield.
However, such statements reflect political rhetoric and do not necessarily indicate an immediate or confirmed military plan.
Expansion of US Sanctions
At the same time, Trump signed an executive order expanding sanctions against the Cuban government. These measures target individuals, entities, and sectors linked to security operations, finance, energy, and mining.
The order also allows secondary sanctions on foreign entities that conduct business with those targeted.
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Cuban Leadership Responds
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel strongly criticised the new measures, calling them coercive and harmful to the Cuban people.
Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla also condemned the sanctions, stating that they amount to collective punishment and would not intimidate the country.
Growing Economic Pressure
Analysts say the new sanctions could significantly impact international companies dealing with Cuba, especially in sectors like oil, banking, and mining.
The move is part of broader US efforts to increase pressure on Havana, particularly following recent geopolitical developments in Latin America.
Uncertain Outlook
While tensions between the US and Cuba have intensified, no concrete military action has been confirmed. The situation remains fluid, with diplomatic, economic, and political factors all shaping what happens next.
