Cuban president says no talks with US amid Trump’s escalating threats
Summary
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel announced that there are no ongoing discussions with the US, except for regular immigration coordination. The announcement comes as President Donald Trump increases pressure on Cuba following the US actions in Venezuela. Venezuela was a significant source of oil for Cuba before these events.Key Facts
- Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel says there are no current talks with the US beyond routine immigration coordination.
- The US increased pressure on Cuba after an attack in Venezuela, which affected oil supplies to Cuba.
- President Trump suggested the US could cut off Venezuelan oil supplies to Cuba and urged a deal with the US.
- Diaz-Canel emphasized that Cuba remains a sovereign and independent country.
- Venezuelan oil was critical to Cuba’s economy, supplying 35,000 barrels of oil per day.
- Mexico and Russia also supply oil to Cuba, with Mexico providing about 5,500 barrels and Russia about 7,500 barrels per day.
- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum discussed cooperation with Trump, emphasizing mutual respect and sovereignty.
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