Trump Floats ‘Friendly Takeover’ of Cuba as Rubio Talks Trigger Havana Pushback

President Donald Trump has triggered fresh backlash after suggesting the U.S. could pursue a “friendly takeover of Cuba,” even as Havana pushes back on the idea that any formal talks are happening. Reuters reported Trump said Secretary of State Marco Rubio is engaged at a high level, framing Cuba’s economic distress as leverage for a U.S.-led outcome.

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