Trump Sparks Controversy with Remarks on US Taking Control of Cuba
Sourced from 4 publications
- •During a Florida speech, Trump said the US might 'take over Cuba almost immediately.'
- •The statement came amid ongoing military operations in Iran, with actions against Cuba to follow.
- •The US imposed new sanctions on Cuban officials and security-linked entities.
- •Havana rejected these sanctions as unlawful and stated it will not be intimidated.
Sources
US could 'take over Cuba almost immediately', says Trump, widens sanctions
Business-standard
Trump: US will be taking over Cuba "almost immediately"
Forexfactory
Trump says US wants to take control of Cuba 'almost immediately'
Tass
Trump teases US will be 'taking over' Cuba 'almost immediately' in Florida speec...
Foxnews
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