The claim
“Trump has ramped up pressure on Cuba in recent months, even threatening to take the country over.”
Coverage of US sanctions on Cuba's president and Castro relatives.
Our verdict
True
The US imposed an energy blockade and sanctions, and Trump has spoken of a 'friendly takeover' of Cuba.
What we found
Trump threatened military action after Maduro's capture and pledged a 'friendly takeover' if Havana did not open its economy. In June 2026 the US sanctioned President Díaz-Canel. The claim is accurate.
The evidence
- Supports the claim
US sanctions Cuban president Díaz-Canel in latest move pressuring the island's leadership. [1]
How we checked
We checked the claim against PBS NewsHour (AP). We reviewed 1 relevant source.
Sources
- [1]PBS NewsHour (AP) · U.S. sanctions Cuban president Díaz-Canel in latest move pressuring island's leadership
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