The Trump administration is discussing a possible strike against Cuba
Discussions within U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration are intensifying regarding the possibility of using military force against Cuba after economic and diplomatic pressure failed to yield the expected results.
This is reported by Politico.
Possible scenarios under consideration include both targeted airstrikes and a broader military operation.
Discussions of a military scenario have intensified in Washington
According to sources, several months ago the U.S. administration relied primarily on sanctions and economic pressure, but the mood has now shifted.
The White House believes that restrictions, including attempts to cut off fuel supplies to Cuba, have not forced the authorities in Havana to agree to sweeping reforms.
The publication’s sources claim that following the escalation of the situation surrounding Iran and the lack of a response from Cuba, the military option began to be taken much more seriously.
One source noted that the previous calculation was based on the assumption that tightening sanctions and a show of U.S. force in other regions would force the Cuban leadership to make concessions. However, this did not happen.
The Pentagon is preparing options
According to Politico, the U.S. Southern Command has begun developing possible scenarios for military action in recent weeks.
These range from a limited airstrike to a large-scale operation.
At the same time, sources emphasize that no final decision has been made yet. The White House states that the Pentagon’s task is to prepare various scenarios for the president.
It is also noted that the involvement of Cuban exiles in such actions is practically not being considered.
The administration’s rhetoric has grown harsher
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has significantly stepped up his rhetoric toward Havana in recent weeks.
He is increasingly speaking not only about economic changes but also about the need to replace Cuba’s current leadership.
Against this backdrop, media reports have emerged regarding possible charges against Raúl Castro, as well as reports of increased U.S. intelligence activity near the island.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has already stated that potential aggression from the U.S. could lead to bloodshed and unpredictable consequences.
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