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Pope Urges Dialogue Amid Escalating U.S.-Cuba Tensions

2/1/2026

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Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City expressed serious concern about U.S.–Cuba tensions and urged sincere, effective dialogue to prevent violence against Cubans.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba, citing national security.
Trump said the measures are necessary after the ousting of Venezuelan President Maduro, Cuba's ally.
Cuba's Foreign Minister labeled the U.S. tariff threat an "unusual and extraordinary threat" and declared an "international emergency."

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Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City expressed serious concern about U.S.–Cuba tensions and urged sincere, effective dialogue to prevent violence against Cubans.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba, citing national security.
Trump said the measures are necessary after the ousting of Venezuelan President Maduro, Cuba's ally.
Cuba's Foreign Minister labeled the U.S. tariff threat an "unusual and extraordinary threat" and declared an "international emergency."