Latin America
Is the US prepping for a military operation in Cuba?
Reports suggest Trump may be laying the groundwork. Meanwhile, he said this week that ‘we may stop by' the island 'after we’re finished with’ Iran.
April 16, 2026
Reports suggest Trump may be laying the groundwork. Meanwhile, he said this week that ‘we may stop by' the island 'after we’re finished with’ Iran.
The move comes amid fears of a deepening crisis in Cuba and possibility of renewed diplomatic engagement.
The Holy See is hoping to revive its place as a key mediator between Washington and Havana
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Trump wants to make a deal, plus the secretary may not want to be face of crisis if the government there collapses
