Cuba Faces Tough Choices as Trump Tightens the Screw

CubaSun Jan 11 2026
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Cuba is in a tight spot. Trump wants them to make a deal, or else. He's cutting off oil and money from Venezuela, Cuba's old friend. This move comes after the US grabbed Venezuela's leader, Maduro, in a surprise raid. Cuba has been helping Maduro for years, even sending security teams. But now, Trump says that's over. Cuba has lost 32 people in that raid. Trump says Cuba doesn't need to protect Venezuela anymore because the US will do it. But Cuba sees it differently. They call their lost people heroes who fought against terrorists.
Trump hasn't said what the deal should be or what happens if Cuba says no. But he's made it clear: no more oil, no more money. Cuba hasn't said much yet. But their president has said they will honor those who died. Trump's team isn't saying what's next for Cuba. But they've hinted it's not good. One official even said Cuba should be worried. Trump also shared a post about a Cuban-American who could lead Cuba. He liked the idea. This isn't the first time Trump has gone after Cuba. He's already taken oil tankers from Venezuela. This has made Cuba's fuel and electricity problems worse. Now, Cuba has to think fast. What will they do?
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