Cuba Accuses US of 'Clear and Direct Threat of Military Aggression'
Cuba has accused the United States of making a 'clear and direct threat of military aggression' following comments by President Donald Trump suggesting U.S. troops could seize control of the island. Trump's remarks, made during a speech, referenced the USS Abraham Lincoln potentially approaching Cuban shores after U.S. operations in Iran and Venezuela. The Cuban government, including President Miguel Díaz-Canel and Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez, condemned the statements as unprecedented and dangerous.
- ▪President Donald Trump suggested U.S. troops could 'immediately' seize control of Cuba after concluding operations in Iran.
- ▪The Trump administration announced new sanctions on individuals linked to Cuba's economy and imposed a fuel blockade in early 2026.
- ▪Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez stated the U.S. had raised its aggression toward Cuba to 'dangerous levels.'
- ▪President Miguel Díaz-Canel said Trump's threats had reached an 'unprecedented' level.
- ▪The fuel blockade has led to widespread blackouts and severely damaged Cuba's tourist industry.
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By Ellie CookSenior Defense ReporterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Cuba has criticized the U.S. for issuing a "clear and direct threat of military aggression," shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested American troops could "immediately" seize control of the Caribbean island.Appearing to make a joke, Trump said during a speech late Friday the world's largest aircraft carrier, the USS Abraham Lincoln, may approach Cuban shores and force Cuban officials to "give up" after the U.S.
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