US Tightens Pressure on Cuba, Deterring China

President Donald Trump says Cuba’s oil lifeline from Venezuela is over, signaling tougher action against communist regimes in the Americas.
Published: 1/12/2026, 11:59:58 PM EST

President Donald Trump says Cuba’s oil lifeline from Venezuela is over, signaling tougher action against communist regimes in the Americas. Cuba is emerging as a major target of the Trump administration, following Washington's capture of Venezuela's dictator and drug kingpin, Nicolás Maduro.