Reports have emerged that US President Donald Trump predicted the "fall" of the dominant system in Cuba. According to his position, the main point of pressure is the economy: forcing the Havana side to negotiate by cutting oil supplies and cash flows, as well as restricting access to Cuba's external sources. This kind of "pressure agreement" has become increasingly common in Washington's rhetoric towards Cuba in recent weeks.
Notably, these statements are becoming increasingly harsh against the backdrop of the events in Venezuela. In January, sources such as AP and Reuters reported that Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Celia Flores, were taken to the US following the US military operation. It is noted that this event could directly affect both the balance of power in the region and Cuba's "energy breath."
Moreover, an analytical article published in The Atlantic on March 2 also suggested that the Trump administration is considering further decisive steps towards Cuba following the actions in Venezuela. The publication's sources write that "the president has developed a desire to move to the next direction."
Today's situation demonstrates this: if Washington further strengthens coverage through oil supplies and financial channels, socio-economic pressure in Cuba may increase. The Wall Street Journal wrote about the fuel shortage and slowing pace of life in Cuba, which will become a significant factor for both political negotiations and internal stability.
The conclusion is simple: Trump's sharp rhetoric that "Cuba will fall" is not yet a real result, but it's a signal that is tightening the rules of the game in the region. If the pressure scenario continues, Havana will have a choice: either endure the difficult economic situation or seek a compromise. For Cuba, the coming months could become a period that will determine "which path to take."
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