“We cut off all the oil, all the money, everything that came from”Venezuela, which was the only source” for Cuba, Trump stated, referring to the interruption of oil supplies and funds that traditionally supported the island’s economy. The U.S. president also said that Cuban leaders “need help” and that contacts are underway between his administration and authorities in Havana.
“Cuba will fall… After 50 years, this is the cherry on top of the cake,” declared Trump, linking the current situation on the island to the economic and political pressure measures applied by the United States.
Trump also used the example of Venezuela to illustrate how the relationship between Washington and countries in the Caribbean and Latin America can evolve, stating that the neighboring country is “doing a fantastic job” under the interim leadership succeeding Nicolás Maduro, who was captured by U.S. forces at the beginning of January 2026.
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Please provide the text you would like translated from Portuguese to English. Trump pressures Cuba to accept a deal before it runs out of Venezuelan oil and money
The crisis in Cuba has been exacerbated by the scarcity of oil following the suspension of Venezuelan supply, which is traditionally essential for energy production on the island, and by economic sanctions imposed by Washington that further limit access to fuel and financial resources. Cuban authorities have reported deep impacts, including blackouts and logistical difficulties that affect the population.
Trump’s comment fits into a context of aggressive foreign policies by his administration, which has adopted strategies of economic and diplomatic pressure aimed at changing the political dynamics in countries considered adversaries or strategically important for U.S. interests.
