Trump Signals Possible U.S. Action as Cuba Faces Severe Blackouts
Washington — U.S. President Donald Trump has said that Cuba may soon face major political change, stating that the island nation is “going to fall pretty soon.”
The remarks were made during a phone interview with CNN, where Trump suggested that the Cuban government is under growing pressure and may soon seek negotiations with the United States.
Trump earlier told reporters at the White House that Cuba wants to “make a deal so badly,” indicating that Washington believes Havana is facing serious economic and political challenges.
Energy Shortage and Blackouts
Cuba is currently experiencing a worsening energy crisis as oil supplies have declined sharply. Reduced petroleum shipments from Venezuela have left the country struggling to maintain electricity production.
As a result, large parts of the island are dealing with widespread power outages, with some regions experiencing prolonged blackouts.
Possible U.S. Strategy
Trump said that Marco Rubio would take a leading role in handling the situation involving Cuba.
Rubio’s family emigrated from Cuba to the United States decades ago, and he has long been a strong critic of the Cuban government.
The U.S. administration has also warned that it could impose tariffs or other measures on countries that continue supplying oil to Cuba, a move that could further strain the country’s fragile economy.
Growing Regional Uncertainty
The developments come amid rising geopolitical tensions in the region. Cuba has been facing economic hardships for several years, including shortages of fuel, food and essential supplies.
Observers say the situation could lead to further instability if the energy crisis continues and economic conditions worsen.
Despite the pressure, Cuban authorities have repeatedly rejected U.S. threats and insisted that the country will defend its sovereignty.