Cuba in contact with US, diplomat says, as Trump issues threat to block oil
Summary
Cuba and the United States are in communication, but they have not started formal talks, according to a Cuban official. President Trump has issued threats about stopping oil supplies to Cuba, which has led to increased tensions. Cuba remains open to dialogue but insists on not discussing its constitution, economy, or socialist government.Key Facts
- Cuba and the U.S. are exchanging messages, but they have not started formal dialogue.
- President Trump labeled Cuba a threat to U.S. national security and warned other countries about supplying oil to Cuba.
- Mexico is the largest oil supplier to Cuba and has vowed to continue shipments for humanitarian reasons.
- President Trump suggested the U.S. might make a deal with Cuba and mentioned talks with high officials in Cuba.
- Tensions have increased as the U.S. tries to block all oil supplies to Cuba, including from Venezuela, causing shortages and blackouts in Cuba.
- Cuba's deputy foreign minister stated that their communication could eventually lead to negotiations but some issues are off-limits.
- Trump announced that Mexico would stop sending oil to Cuba, although Mexico has not confirmed this.
- The U.S. maintains longstanding sanctions on Cuba, aiming to increase pressure due to the economic crisis on the island.
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