Event Brief
Cuban deputy foreign minister on Trump threats
By The BriefBrief · Sources (3)
Filed: Sep 16, 2026 at 7:05 PM ET
Summary: Cuban officials say the Trump administration’s pressure has contributed to a de facto oil blockade, leading to hours of blackouts and food and water shortages for millions. In an interview, Carlos Fernández de Cossío said Cuba remains willing to talk despite Trump’s threats of a takeover.
WHO: Carlos Fernández de Cossío, Cuba’s deputy foreign minister
WHAT: Says Trump’s threats and pressure have worsened conditions in Cuba and that Cuba is still willing to talk
WHEN: Sep 16, 2026 at 6:40 PM ET
WHERE: Cuba
WHY: The remarks respond to the Trump administration’s increased pressure and threats toward Cuba, which the official links to an oil blockade and resulting shortages.
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