Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossío stated that the country's military is preparing for a possible escalation of relations with the United States and does not rule out a scenario of military aggression. This is reported by NBC News, writes UNN.
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In an interview with American television, the deputy minister emphasized: "Our military is always ready, and now they are preparing for the possibility of military aggression."
According to him, ignoring the risk of conflict would be a mistake.
It would be naive of us not to consider such a possibility, looking at what is happening in the world
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At the same time, the Cuban side emphasizes that it does not seek escalation: "We sincerely hope that this will not happen. We see no reason for conflict."
Tension after US statements and events in Venezuela
The escalation of relations occurred after the US military operation in Venezuela and harsh statements from Washington. President Donald Trump had previously admitted the possibility of intervention in Cuba, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio directly warned the island's leadership about the risks.
Cuba also accuses the US of increasing economic pressure, particularly through restrictions on fuel supplies.
The situation is very serious… this boycott cannot last forever
Fernández de Cossío separately emphasized that the issue of changing the political regime is not discussed during contacts with the US: "Cuba is a sovereign country, and its internal structure is not subject to negotiations."
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