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Cuba Slams U.S. as 'Piracy' Amid Oil Crisis

1/25/2026

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Cuban Ambassador Condemns U.S.

Carlos de Cespedes, Cuba's ambassador to the United States, condemned U.S. actions as 'international piracy' amid dwindling Venezuelan oil supplies to Cuba.
He said U.S. military actions and sanctions have intensified threats against Cuba.
De Cespedes said the United States imposes a potential energy blockade.
He referenced the Monroe Doctrine, saying the United States attempts to dominate the Americas will not deter Cuba.
The Cuban economy faces challenges without Venezuelan oil.

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Diaz-Canel Defends Military

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel defended military exercises on January 24, 2025, as a deterrent.
This followed the warning by U.S. President Donald Trump that Cuba is ready to fall and should negotiate.
Diaz-Canel supervised the exercises, including a tank unit, with military officials.
The National Defence Council, led by Diaz-Canel, met to boost readiness and approved plans for transitioning to a State of War, though details remain undisclosed.

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Cuban Ambassador Condemns U.S.

Carlos de Cespedes, Cuba's ambassador to the United States, condemned U.S. actions as 'international piracy' amid dwindling Venezuelan oil supplies to Cuba.
He said U.S. military actions and sanctions have intensified threats against Cuba.
De Cespedes said the United States imposes a potential energy blockade.
He referenced the Monroe Doctrine, saying the United States attempts to dominate the Americas will not deter Cuba.
The Cuban economy faces challenges without Venezuelan oil.

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