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Cuba's president says 'we would die' to defend against U.S. invasion

He said Cuba would resist any attack as U.S. pressure intensifies, with sanctions and an oil blockade deepening shortages, officials said.

  • In an NBC News interview, Cuban President Miguel Canel warned the United States against military action in Cuba, stating there is "no justification" for an invasion while insisting Havana remains open to dialogue.
  • Canel attributed Cuba's energy crisis and shortages to the decades-old United States embargo, which he labeled "genocidal and cruel," while noting the country produces only 40 per cent of its fuel.
  • Pressed on United States demands regarding political prisoners and elections, Canel called such claims a "big lie," while the White House described Cuba as a "failing nation" that nevertheless wants a deal.
  • Addressing President Trump's rhetoric about a possible "takeover," Canel stated that if the United States launches a military operation, Cubans will "defend ourselves, and if we need to die, we'll die."
  • Public polling from The Hill shows over half of Americans oppose military action in Cuba, providing context as both governments acknowledge potential talks despite having no finalized details or specific plans.
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"We don't want war," says Diaz-Canel. But if the US takes military action against Cuba, one will be willing to die for the fatherland. US President Trump had previously spoken of a possible takeover of the island state.

·Munich, Germany
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In an interview with a U.S. broadcaster, Cuba's president affirms that he does not want war with Washington. At the same time, he fights: "If we have to die, we will die."

·Germany
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Between confrontation and conversation: Cuba's president warns of the consequences of a possible US attack and announces resistance. He rejects political concessions - but at the same time focuses on dialogue.

·Düsseldorf, Germany
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Orinoco Tribune broke the news in on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
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