President Diaz-Canel slams Trump’s bid to ‘suffocate’ Cuba’s economy
Summary
Cuba's President Miguel Diaz-Canel criticized President Donald Trump for attempting to harm Cuba's economy by imposing new tariffs on countries that sell oil to Cuba. The U.S. government calls Cuba a threat to national security, and these measures follow the U.S.'s takeover of Venezuela's oil sector. The situation has led to shortages and blackouts in Cuba, worsening living conditions for many residents.Key Facts
- President Miguel Diaz-Canel of Cuba accuses President Trump of trying to harm Cuba's economy.
- Trump signed an order for new tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba.
- The U.S. claims Cuba is a threat to national security.
- Cuba faces blackouts and fuel shortages, impacting daily life.
- The U.S. recently took control of Venezuela's oil sector and detained Venezuela's President Maduro.
- Trump encouraged Cuba to negotiate but did not specify what deal he wanted.
- Mexico and Russia became key fuel suppliers to Cuba after U.S. sanctions on Venezuela.
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