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Cuban deputy foreign minister says it's an "absurd allegation" that his country is a threat to U.S.

Cuban deputy foreign minister says it's an "absurd allegation" that his country is a threat to U.S.

Summary

Cuba's deputy foreign minister said it is ridiculous to claim that Cuba is a threat to the United States. Recently, Cuba experienced a big power failure that left millions without electricity, which happened after President Donald Trump stopped sending fuel to Cuba in January.

Key Facts

  • Cuba had a major power outage affecting millions of people.
  • This was the sixth known time Cuba’s electricity failed recently.
  • The power problems began after President Donald Trump cut off fuel shipments to Cuba in January.
  • Cuba’s deputy foreign minister called the idea that Cuba threatens the U.S. an "absurd allegation."
  • The statement was made during an interview with CBS News correspondent Matt Gutman.
  • President Trump imposed fuel restrictions as part of a U.S. policy against Cuba.
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