Trump urges Cuba talks, rules out regime change

President Donald Trump criticized Cuba on Monday, labeling it a “failed nation” and urging Havana to negotiate with the United States. Despite this, he ruled out any plans for a regime change operation akin to what occurred in Venezuela. Trump described Cuba as currently experiencing significant challenges, including fuel shortages and power outages. The intensified US embargo on Cuba, along with efforts to halt oil shipments to the country, has exacerbated these issues. Trump acknowledged the humanitarian impact of the fuel shortages on Cuba’s population. The effects of the embargo are visible on the streets of Havana, where garbage is accumulating due to a shortage of operational rubbish trucks. Residents are navigating around mounting piles of waste, which include cardboard boxes, plastic bottles, and other discarded items. This situation underscores the consequences of the US actions aimed at restricting oil supplies to Cuba.