politics
April 4, 2026
What Trump Wants From Cuba
A conversation with Vivian Salama about who stands to gain if America overhauls the island’s leadership
TL;DR
- The Trump administration's blockade of oil shipments has drastically worsened conditions in Cuba, impacting electricity, food supply, and healthcare.
- The White House's strategy aims to destabilize the Cuban government and force it into diplomatic talks with the U.S.
- A key objective for the U.S. is to establish a Cuban government more compliant with American interests, facilitating U.S. investment.
- Russia has attempted to supply oil to Cuba, partly as a geopolitical move against the U.S., though the U.S. has allowed some shipments.
- Concerns exist about potential health crises, such as a cholera outbreak, due to the deteriorating conditions.
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