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Trump Threatens Cuba, Sparks Military Preparedness Amid Crisis

3/22/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened action against Cuba, saying he could do "whatever he wants" and labeling Cuba a "failed nation," prompting condemnation from President Miguel Díaz-Canel.
Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernandez de Cossio said Cuba is preparing for potential U.S. military aggression as sanctions tighten and energy shortages worsen.
Costa Rica and Ecuador closed their Cuban embassies, isolating Cuba.
The embargo worsens Cuba's crisis, prompting many Cubans to leave.

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened action against Cuba, saying he could do "whatever he wants" and labeling Cuba a "failed nation," prompting condemnation from President Miguel Díaz-Canel.
Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernandez de Cossio said Cuba is preparing for potential U.S. military aggression as sanctions tighten and energy shortages worsen.
Costa Rica and Ecuador closed their Cuban embassies, isolating Cuba.
The embargo worsens Cuba's crisis, prompting many Cubans to leave.