U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that no Venezuelan oil or financial support will reach Cuba, urging Havana to strike a deal with Washington.
The move follows the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in early January and a tightened oil blockade on Venezuela, which has halted shipments to Cuba.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel rejected the warning, insisting Cuba would not accept U.S. pressure and reaffirming its sovereignty.
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez said Havana has the right to import fuel from any supplier and denied receiving material compensation for security cooperation.
Key points:
• Venezuela was Cuba’s largest oil supplier, covering around 50% of its fuel deficit.
• Mexico has become a small but important alternative supplier.
• Cuba faces severe shortages, blackouts, and economic strain.
• U.S. officials see rising pressure but no imminent political collapse.
ℹ️ Reuters
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