Díaz-Canel Denounces Dangerous Escalation and Threats of Military Aggression Against Cuba

The First Secretary of the Communist Party and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, warned this Saturday, through his official account on the social network X. Of a dangerous and unprecedented escalation in threats of military aggression against Cuba by the President of the United States, Donald Trump.

In his message, the Cuban president stated that the U.S. government has raised its hostilities to a level that transcends traditional coercive measures. Also now constituting a direct and explicit military threat.

The president emphasized that this attitude responds to the interests of a small group. One with great economic power and political influence. Which acts driven by a desire for revenge and domination.

Likewise, the Cuban president called on the international community to take note of this escalation and speak out about it. He urged the peoples of the world, and in particular the American people. To decide whether to allow the perpetration of such a massive criminal act, one that would violate international law and the UN Charter.

“No aggressor, however powerful, will find surrender in Cuba,” the head of state emphasized. He also asserted that the aggressor forces will encounter a people determined to defend sovereignty and independence in every inch of their national territory.

The message concludes with a clear warning: Cuba will not yield to pressure or threats and is prepared to resist any hostile action. Relying on the unity and resolve of its people.

On Friday, the US president announced the approval of new measures aimed at increasing pressure on Cuba. Further tightening the economic, commercial, and financial blockade. As well as the energy embargo imposed at the end of January.

The sanctions specifically target foreign banks that cooperate with the Cuban government and impose further immigration restrictions. In addition to blocking those who operate or have operated in Cuba’s energy, mining, defense, or security sectors. Or who have provided material, financial, or technological support to Havana or other individuals already sanctioned.

With information from Cubadebate