Cuba says it's ready for war with the United States

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel stated through the X platform that any foreign aggression would face a strong and unbreakable resistance from Cuba's people.

He stressed that the country remains determined to defend its sovereignty and independence despite international pressures.

These statements come after US President Donald Trump said he might have <x0nder” taking over Cuba, a comment that has prompted harsh reactions and concern in the international arena.

♪ EEUU amenaza públicamenta a #Cuba, cassi a diario, con pigocar but la fuerza el orden conventionale. Y usa unarignant preexto: las duras limitats de la sanitada economía qua kolos Han Agradido y predestido heslar hace más de seis décadas.

They're expecting you authorities' plans...

) Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez ( @Diaz CanelB) March 18, 2026

The situation in Cuba has become even more difficult because of developments in Latin America. After the failure and decline of the influence of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, Cuba has remained without the significant supply of oil from Venezuela, which for years has been a key pillar for the island's economy, Telegrafi reports. Periscope.

As a result, the country has faced long power cuts, lack of basic supplies and worsening living conditions. This has led to a humanitarian crisis considered among the worst in recent decades, increasing social discontent and pressure on authorities.

In this fragile economic and political context, statements of possible military confrontation only add to tension, while Cuba's future remains uncertain amid internal challenges and external pressures. /Periscope