Venezuela and Cuban Criticism of U.S. Authority

In response to U.S. President Trump's recent comments, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel challenged the moral stance of the United States, accusing them of commercializing every aspect of human life, lacking the authority to criticize Cuba.

Díaz-Canel's statement emphasized that Cuba is autonomous and prepared to defend its sovereignty. He stated that Cuba is consistently on the defensive due to aggression from the U.S., which has allegedly been the case for over six decades.

Fuel Trade Rights

Echoing the president, Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez insisted that Cuba reserves the sovereign right to engage in unrestricted trade, including importing fuel from international markets regardless of U.S. sanctions.

Trump's Warning to Cuba

President Trump has urged Cuba to negotiate with the United States swiftly, indicating that time might be running out to strike a favorable agreement. His social media posts suggest a total halt to oil and financial support to Cuba, insistent on immediate dialogue to forestall further consequences.

The U.S. president also indicated potential actions against Cuba mirroring recent interventions in Venezuela, pointing to a strategic move to maintain control and leverage in the region.

Venezuelan Government Response

Venezuela's government refuted claims from the U.S. regarding instability, outlining Venezuela as peaceful and asserting control over all military resources. The administration stressed a commitment to national stability and peaceful coexistence.

U.S. Travel Advisories

The U.S. State Department had issued a strong travel advisory, urging Americans in Venezuela to exit promptly due to security concerns, particularly from armed groups assessing individuals for U.S. affiliation.

In conjunction, the U.S. Embassy in Colombia reiterated a highest-level travel warning against visiting Venezuela, prioritizing safety for U.S. nationals.