Cuban official warns US on 'dangerous path' that could lead to 'bloodbath in Cuba'
Summary
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez warned that the United States is heading down a risky path that could cause violence and loss of life in Cuba. He responded to President Donald Trump’s statements about changing Cuba’s government and said Cuba will defend itself if attacked. Talks between the two countries have stalled with no progress.Key Facts
- Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez warned the U.S. about a “dangerous path” that could lead to violence in Cuba.
- President Trump has said the U.S. will take action soon to change Cuba’s political system.
- Trump mentioned possibly sending the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier near Cuba.
- The U.S. government has used economic pressure, including a blockade on oil shipments to Cuba.
- New U.S. sanctions were placed on Cuban officials accused of corruption and human rights abuses.
- Rodriguez said Cuba is prepared to defend itself militarily if attacked and denied accusations of persecution and government mismanagement.
- Cuba says negotiations with the U.S. have not made any progress.
- Cuban officials maintain that Cuba does not threaten U.S. security or interests.
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