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Ecuador Expels Cuban Diplomats, Ties Tighten with Trump

3/7/2026

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Daniel Noboa, Ecuador's president, expelled Cuban diplomats and ordered them to leave within 48 hours, prompting Cuba's embassy closure in Quito.
Cuba condemned the expulsion as unjust and hostile, saying it undermines their relations.
The move aligns with U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to isolate Cuba, including penalties against nations aiding it.
Noboa has strengthened ties with Trump by collaborating on anti-drug operations and adopting similar policies.

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Daniel Noboa, Ecuador's president, expelled Cuban diplomats and ordered them to leave within 48 hours, prompting Cuba's embassy closure in Quito.
Cuba condemned the expulsion as unjust and hostile, saying it undermines their relations.
The move aligns with U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to isolate Cuba, including penalties against nations aiding it.
Noboa has strengthened ties with Trump by collaborating on anti-drug operations and adopting similar policies.