US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. (Reuters)
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Trump Backs Marco Rubio for Cuba President, Issues Stern Warning to Havana

  • Donald Trump suggested Marco Rubio as Cuba's next president, stating, "Sounds good to me" on Truth Social.
  • Trump issued a strong warning to Cuba, demanding a "deal" with the US or face severe consequences.
  • He declared an end to oil and money flow from Venezuela to Cuba, citing US protection for Venezuela.
  • The warning followed a US operation in Caracas where Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was captured, resulting in casualties.
  • Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez and President Miguel Diaz-Canel rebuffed Trump's threats, asserting Cuba's sovereignty.

Why It Matters: Donald Trump endorsed Marco Rubio for Cuba's presidency and threatened Havana with severe consequences.

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