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Russia says it supports Cuba after Trump says he will 'take' the Communist republic
Russia condemns U.S. embargo on Cuba and pledges to send oil amid worsening fuel shortages caused by U.S. sanctions, affecting the island's power and economy.
- On Tuesday, March 17, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia is "ready to help Cuba" following President Donald Trump's remarks about "taking" the island nation, escalating tensions between Washington and Havana.
- President Trump previously threatened a "friendly takeover" of Cuba, imposing an energy blockade and 100% tariffs on oil suppliers that have crippled the island's power generation system.
- Cuba's national electric grid shut down on Monday, leaving the island's 11 million people without power amid fuel shortages and worsening economic conditions.
- Russia's foreign ministry reaffirmed "unwavering solidarity" with Cuba, condemning "attempts of gross interference" in the island's affairs and promising necessary financial support.
- These developments signal a potential widening of geopolitical divisions as the U.S. military campaign against Iran continues, with Russia maintaining contacts in Havana to offer assistance.
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Russia Warns Against Trump’s Plans to ‘Take’ Cuba.
PULSE POINTSWHAT HAPPENED: Russia has responded strongly to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s remarks about “taking” Cuba, condemning U.S. interference.WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, Russia’s foreign ministry, and Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel.WHEN & WHERE: Statements were made in March 2026, with tensions centered on Cuba and its relations with the U.S. and Russia.KEY QUOTE: “I do believe I’ll be having the honor of taking Cuba. That’s a…
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