Trump says Cuba is «hanging by a thread»

Trump says Cuba is «hanging by a thread» and in great danger

President of the United States Donald Trump made a strong statement about Cuba, saying that the country is in a critical state and could face severe pressure from the United States.

«I don't think you can put any more pressure on Cuba than just going in there and blowing everything to hell. I think Cuba is hanging by a thread. Cuba is in great danger,» Trump said while speaking to journalists.

His words came against the backdrop of intensifying discussions in Washington about US policy towards Latin America and sanctions pressure.

Details of the application

Trump's statement is demonstrably tough and signals a possible increase in political, economic or diplomatic pressure on Havana. The US president did not announce any specific steps or decisions, but the rhetoric indicates a sharp hardening of the White House's position.

In US political circles, Trump's words have already sparked a debate about the acceptability of such rhetoric and the potential consequences for the stability of the region.

Reaction and possible consequences

Analysts note that such statements could be:

• complicate the dialogue between the US and Latin American countries;

• increase tensions with allies who support a diplomatic solution;

• affect the economic and energy stability of the Caribbean region.

There was no official reaction from the Cuban authorities at the time of publication.

Context.

Relations between the US and Cuba have been tense for decades over sanctions, political differences and human rights issues. The Trump administration has repeatedly advocated a tougher line against governments that Washington considers authoritarian or threatening regional security.

The latest statements may signal a revision of the US sanctions policy or diplomatic strategy towards Havana.