Trump asserts that the U.S. will "take control" of Cuba "almost immediately"
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that his government could “take control” of Cuba “almost immediately,” amid an escalation of political, military, and economic pressure against Havana that includes new sanctions and warnings about the presence of foreign intelligence on the island.
TL;DR
- Donald Trump stated he would "take control" of Cuba "almost immediately" after dealing with Iran.
- He suggested deploying the USS Abraham Lincoln to the Caribbean, implying a Cuban surrender.
- The Trump administration has increased sanctions against Cuba, targeting energy, defense, mining, and financial sectors.
- New executive orders block assets of individuals and companies doing business with the Cuban government.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio accused Cuba of facilitating foreign intelligence services near the U.S.
- The Senate rejected a Democratic proposal to limit Trump's military operations against Havana.
- The administration has previously imposed an oil blockade and suggested regime change in Cuba.