US President Donald Trump has indicated that he wants to secure a major change in Cuba before the end of his presidency, raising concerns about the possibility of American military intervention against the Caribbean nation.
Speaking during a November 12 telephone interview with conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt, Trump said he wanted to “get Cuba done” before leaving office in 2029. He also identified US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, whose parents are Cuban, as a key figure in his administration’s approach to the island.
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Trump described Cuba as a failing nation and said his administration was monitoring developments closely. When Hewitt asked whether he would consider a limited military campaign to bring about change in Cuba, Trump responded that he would “certainly consider that.”
The comments mark a more explicit indication of Trump’s willingness to contemplate military action, although he did not announce an invasion or commit to a specific operation.
Trump has repeatedly expressed interest in changing Cuba’s political direction and has intensified economic pressure on the island through sanctions and restrictions affecting its access to oil and other resources. His administration has argued that the measures are intended to pressure Cuba’s leadership.
The statements have heightened uncertainty surrounding US-Cuba relations, particularly as the island continues to experience economic difficulties, fuel shortages and widespread electricity disruptions.
Cuban authorities have consistently opposed US sanctions and rejected outside interference in the country’s political affairs. The latest remarks add to tensions between Washington and Havana as Trump’s administration continues to pursue a tougher policy toward the island.
