Trump stirs controversy with 'do anything he wants' remark about Cuba
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US President Donald Trump made a sensational statement about Cuba. During a public speech, he suggested the possibility of taking control of the island and claimed he had enough resources at his disposal to influence the situation, reports Clash Report.
Trump’s statement on Cuba
On March 16, during his speech, Donald Trump commented on the situation in Cuba, saying he considers it possible to establish control over the island.
"I do believe I’ll have the honor of taking Cuba. That would be good. That’s a big honor," he said.
According to the US president, he believes the US has the tools to influence what is happening in and around Cuba.
Comments on influencing the island
During his speech, Trump also said he considers it possible to make various decisions regarding Cuba.
"I can free it or take it, I think I can do anything I want with it," Trump said.
Context of the statement
The US president’s remarks came amid a worsening political and economic crisis in Cuba, as well as tense relations between Washington and Havana.
So far, there has been no official response from Cuban authorities to Donald Trump’s statement.
Trump also claimed that, in his view, Cuba faces two possible scenarios: either agree to a so-called friendly takeover or face what he called an unfriendly option, adding that ultimately, it doesn’t matter.
He noted that Washington could soon either reach an agreement with Cuba or make other decisions regarding the island. According to him, the situation in relations between the two countries could develop quite rapidly.
