After Maduro's ouster, Trump warns Cuba to 'make a deal' before it's too late
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump warned Cuba that there will be no more Venezuelan oil or money flowing to the island following the U.S. seizure of Venezuelan tankers and the ousting of Nicolás Maduro.
- Cuba, heavily dependent on Venezuelan oil, faces a worsening economic crisis exacerbated by U.S. sanctions and the loss of Venezuelan support, with President Miguel Díaz-Canel condemning U.S. actions and blaming the embargo for severe shortages.
- The Cuban government claimed 32 of its military personnel were killed during the U.S. operation that captured Maduro, highlighting Cuba's direct involvement in Venezuela's security.
- Trump emphasized U.S. military protection for Venezuela and hinted at possible political changes in Cuba, endorsing speculation about Marco
