Russian Oil Shipment Sparks Concerns Over Kremlin Influence in Cuba
As a Russian oil shipment puts the spotlight on Cuba's ties to the Kremlin, tensions rise over the Trump administration's push to pressure the island nation's president.
A recent Russian oil shipment to Cuba has heightened concerns over the Kremlin's influence on the island nation, as the Trump administration continues to ramp up pressure on the Cuban government. The move comes as the White House has expressed a desire to mount a "friendly takeover" of Cuba, with President Trump pushing for the ouster of Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel.
The arrival of the Russian oil shipment underscores the deep-rooted ties between Cuba and its longtime ally, the Kremlin. These historical connections have drawn the ire of the Trump administration, which views Cuba as a "spy outpost" for the Russian government. The White House has taken a hardline stance, seeking to use economic leverage to force changes in Cuba's political leadership and foreign policy alignment.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: The New York Times
