Cuba’s leader vows ‘unbreakable resistance’ if US tries to take over island

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseMarch 18, 2026 at 06:01 AM

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Amidst a nationwide electricity blackout, Cuba's leader vowed "unbreakable resistance" against any potential U.S. takeover of the island. The statement comes as Cuba faces increasing pressure from the U.S., including an oil blockade and calls to end the long-standing standoff between the two nations. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized Cuba's recent decision to allow exiles to invest and own businesses, deeming it insufficient for free-market reforms demanded by the Trump administration. President Trump has stated he would "take" Cuba and suggested imminent action regarding the country. The Cuban government is currently working to restore power across the island.

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Havana 30% Washington 40% Donald Trump ×260% Marco Rubio ×270% United States ×380% Cuba ×790%

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Cuba

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