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Trump says he wants to ‘get Cuba done’ before leaving office

Trump said he would consider a military campaign if needed as his administration steps up sanctions and oil restrictions to pressure Cuba.

  • On Thursday, President Donald Trump stated he aims to "get Cuba done" before his term ends in January 2029, telling Salem News Channel he would consider a military campaign if necessary.
  • Trump's "maximum pressure" campaign has been in place since returning to the White House in January 2025, combining an oil blockade and sanctions that triggered a severe economic and energy crisis in Cuba.
  • Describing Cuba as a "failed place," Trump praised State Secretary Marco Rubio as a "talented guy" who would love to address the situation, while Rubio previously refused to rule out an invasion during congressional testimony.
  • Military action is now on the table in a way not previously considered, as White House officials noted that what originated as mild musings inside the Oval Office has evolved into genuine interest.
  • This hardline policy marks a significant departure from diplomatic norms, creating the most intense tensions between the two nations since the Cold War and reshaping regional geopolitics.
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US President Trump is considering military intervention in Cuba – before the end of his term of office in 2029. Foreign Minister Marco Rubio is to play a key role.

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In an interview with Salem News, US President Donald Trump says he wants to get Cuba "avoided" before his presidency ends.

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Donald Trump says he would ‘certainly consider’ military strike on Cuba

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The U.S. Administration looks closely at the situation on the Caribbean island. At the front, "Marco, Marco Rubio".

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US President Donald Trump has said he wants to "solve the Cuba issue" before he leaves office, stressing that he would "definitely consider" the possibility of using military force against the island nation. Asked if he would authorize military intervention before the end of his presidential term, Trump replied: "I want to resolve the Cuba issue before I leave." "We're monitoring the situation very closely. It's in a very bad state. It's basical…

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In an escalation that goes beyond the oil blockade and economic sanctions, Donald is bringing Cuba to bear on the prospect of a military confrontation, setting a time limit for resolving its file before the end of his mandate and calling his Minister for Foreign Affairs Marco Rubio to the front of the scene.

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dnews.gr broke the news on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
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