US is in talks with Cuban leadership, says Trump, after blockade threats

The US, under President Trump, is reportedly in negotiations with high-level Cuban officials to reach a deal. This follows threats from the US to impose an oil blockade and tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba, aimed at pressuring the island nation amidst its economic struggles. Trump claims Cuba is failing due to the loss of support from Venezuela, its former key ally and oil provider. The US seeks to leverage Cuba's economic difficulties to achieve a deal, though the specifics remain undisclosed. The Trump administration has been increasing pressure on Cuba, seeking regime change, accusing them of relying on Venezuelan support. Cuba accuses the US of strangling its economy.