Marco Rubio signals major shift in U.S.-Cuba policy with "New Cuba" vision

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US 20-05-2026 | 20:19

Marco Rubio signals major shift in U.S.-Cuba policy with "New Cuba" vision

Rubio outlines a new approach toward Cuba centered on humanitarian aid, political change, and tougher pressure on Havana’s leadership.

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Marco Rubio signals major shift in U.S.-Cuba policy with "New Cuba" vision
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio (X).
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio today, Wednesday, offered what he described as a 'new path' for relations between the United States and Cuba, accusing the island's communist leadership of corruption, repression, and theft.

 

 


In a televised speech delivered in Spanish to the Cuban people, Marco Rubio said that U.S. President Donald Trump is proposing a new formula for relations with a “new Cuba,” based on redefining engagement between the two countries.

Former Cuban President Raul Castro (X).
Former Cuban President Raul Castro (X).

He explained that “Washington has offered $100 million in humanitarian aid, including food and medicine, to be distributed through the Catholic Church and charitable organizations rather than the Cuban government.”

 

These statements coincide with reports that the U.S. Department of Justice intends to bring charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro as part of a new escalation in the U.S. stance toward Cuba.

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United States ، Cuba ، Washington ، Marco Rubio ، Donald Trump ، Raúl Castro