Cuba’s top envoy to US calls Trump’s sanctions on Cuban leaders a ‘pretext’ for military action
Summary
Cuba’s top diplomat to the U.S., Ambassador Lianys Torres Rivera, said recent U.S. sanctions on Cuban leaders and the indictment of former President Raúl Castro are being used by President Trump’s administration as a reason to seek support for possible military action. She emphasized that Cuba does not want conflict but will strongly resist any attack.Key Facts
- The U.S. recently sanctioned Cuban government leaders, including President Miguel Díaz-Canel.
- Former Cuban President Raúl Castro was indicted on charges related to a 1996 incident involving civilian planes.
- Ambassador Lianys Torres Rivera called the sanctions a “pretext” to make Americans see Cuba as a threat.
- Cuba’s diplomat described the situation as a “war without bombs,” showing tensions but no open conflict.
- She stated Cuba wants no confrontation but will defend the country and its leaders if attacked.
- The sanctions and indictment are seen by some as similar to U.S. actions that led to intervention in Venezuela earlier.
- Raúl Castro is described by Cuban officials as a “sacred” symbol of the Cuban revolution.
- The U.S. Treasury Department recently added new sanctions targeting Cuban leaders.
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