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Trump Floats 'Friendly Takeover' of Cuba Amid Deepening Economic Crisis

Trump Floats 'Friendly Takeover' of Cuba Amid Deepening Economic Crisis

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Firstpost•28-02-2026, 00:48

Trump Floats 'Friendly Takeover' of Cuba Amid Deepening Economic Crisis

•US President Donald Trump suggested a "friendly takeover" of Cuba, citing the island nation's severe economic strain.
•Trump claimed Cuban authorities were in discussions with Washington, highlighting Cuba's lack of money, oil, and food.
•Senator Marco Rubio is reportedly involved in high-level discussions, with reports of secret talks between Rubio's associates and Raul Guillermo Rodriguez Castro, grandson of former Cuban President Raul Castro.
•The suggestion comes amidst heightened tensions, including a recent incident where Cuban forces killed four exiles, and increased US pressure through oil shipment blockades.
•Cuba faces rising inflation, essential goods shortages, blackouts, and increased migration, with the Trump administration having previously tightened sanctions.

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