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Trump Eyes Cuba After Iran Airstrikes, Says Graham

3/2/2026

Summary

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U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said President Donald Trump will target Cuba after airstrikes on Iran that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Graham praised Trump's foreign policy, saying it mirrors Ronald Reagan.
Trump mentioned a potential "friendly takeover" of Cuba and discussed it with Cuban leaders.
No senior Trump officials appeared on Sunday shows to discuss Iran.
The White House has let lawmakers communicate its stance to the public.

History

Historical Context

In 1980, President Ronald Reagan adopted a hardline anti-communist stance towards Cuba, allocating $20 million to support anti-Castro groups amid concerns over Soviet influence in Latin America. This approach, part of the broader Reagan Doctrine, aimed to counter Soviet-backed regimes globally. Today, Senator Lindsey Graham's comments on Cuba reflect this enduring U.S. interventionist strategy, highlighting its implications for future diplomatic relations.

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Story summary

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said President Donald Trump will target Cuba after airstrikes on Iran that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Graham praised Trump's foreign policy, saying it mirrors Ronald Reagan.
Trump mentioned a potential "friendly takeover" of Cuba and discussed it with Cuban leaders.
No senior Trump officials appeared on Sunday shows to discuss Iran.
The White House has let lawmakers communicate its stance to the public.

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