Cuba’s president defiant, says no negotiations scheduled as Trump moves to choke off oil lifeline

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Bonny ChuJanuary 13, 2026 at 03:55 AM

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Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel stated that Cuba is not negotiating with the U.S., despite President Trump's threats to force a deal following the disruption of Venezuelan oil supplies. Díaz-Canel denounced U.S. pressure and insisted that any negotiations must adhere to international law, emphasizing sovereign equality and non-interference. Trump declared that Cuba would receive no further oil or money from Venezuela after a U.S. operation in Venezuela that captured President Maduro. Cuba relies on imported oil, previously receiving significant amounts from Venezuela, Russia, and Mexico, and faces potential worsening blackouts due to tightened U.S. sanctions on oil sources.

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The Associated Press 30% Mexico 40% Russia 40% Havana ×260% Nicolás Maduro (Maduro) ×270% Venezuela ×580% Donald Trump ×280% Miguel Díaz-Canel ×390% United States ×490% Cuba ×6100%

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