In a speech during an investment forum held in Miami, Florida, this Friday (27), President Donald Trump listed Cuba as the next US target after military actions against Iran.
The speech occurred while he commented on criticism about a possible loss of support among his voters because of the war in the Middle East. In his speech, Trump stated that, contrary to what has been reported, his political base remains aligned with his strategy abroad.
According to him, the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement “wants to win”, “wants the country [EUA] protected” and does not accept that countries considered hostile, such as Iran, develop nuclear weapons. He also highlighted that his supporters defend the protection of allies such as Israel, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. The speech occurs even though members of the MAGA movement, such as conservative commentator Tucker Carlson, have publicly expressed disagreement with the war against Iran.
When justifying the use of military power, Trump stated that he had built a “great Army” in the USA that, in his assessment, would not need to be used, but that could be called upon when necessary. It was in this context that he mentioned Cuba as the next target of American forces.
“I said you guys would never have to use it [o Exército]but sometimes you have to use it. And Cuba is next, by the way,” he declared.
In recent weeks, the US has increased pressure on the Cuban regime, blocking oil exports to the communist island, which is currently mired in a severe energy crisis. This Friday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that this may be the right time for political change in Cuba, stating that the communist regime that controls the island is incompetent.
