Cuba's deputy foreign minister says its military is preparing for possible 'aggression' from the U.S.
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Key Points:
- Cuba’s deputy foreign minister, Carlos Fernández de Cossío, stated that the Cuban military is preparing for the possibility of U.S. military aggression, describing it as "naive" to ignore such a threat amid global tensions.
- The remarks come amid escalating tensions following a U.S. military operation in Venezuela and warnings from U.S. officials about potential intervention in Cuba.
- Cuba is facing severe challenges due to the U.S. oil blockade, which Fernández de Cossío described as unsustainable, causing fuel shortages and frequent power outages across the island.
- Despite aggressive rhetoric from U.S. leaders, including President Trump’s statements about taking over Cuba, Cuban officials emphasized their sovereignty and rejected regime change as a subject of negotiation.
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