By Zoila Palma: U.S. President Donald Trump said on March 16 that he believes he could have the “honor of taking Cuba,” as Washington continues to increase pressure on the island nation located about 90 miles from Florida.
President Trump suggested he could “do anything” with Cuba, describing the country as weakened, USA Today reports.
The remarks come amid worsening economic conditions in Cuba, following a U.S. decision to cut off oil supplies after the capture of former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro in January.
The reduction in Venezuelan oil shipments has led to severe fuel shortages, affecting transportation and daily life across the island.
The situation escalated on March 16 with the collapse of Cuba’s national electricity grid, leaving millions without power.
The blackout is the latest in a series of outages tied to the country’s aging infrastructure and fuel shortages, and follows recent protests sparked by deteriorating living conditions.
Trump’s comments also come as both countries confirm ongoing discussions that could lead to a potential agreement.
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By Zoila Palma: U.S. President Donald Trump said on March 16 that he believes he could have the “honor of taking Cuba,” as Washington continues to increase pressure on the island nation located about 90 miles from Florida. President Trump suggested he could “do anything” with Cuba, describing the country as weakened, USA Today reports.
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