Trump issues ultimatum to Cuba as humanitarian crisis looms

February 2, 2026

TL;DR

US President Donald Trump warned Cuba could face a humanitarian crisis if it doesn't agree to a deal with Washington.
Trump signed an executive order imposing tariffs on countries selling oil to Cuba.
This action strengthens the existing US embargo against Cuba.
The move follows the US "kidnapping" of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, a key oil supplier to Cuba.
Mexico had increased oil deliveries to Cuba, with President Sheinbaum warning of a potential humanitarian crisis.
Trump believes Cuba will approach the US for a deal, which he suggests would result in Cuba being "free again."
Trump mentioned that many Americans would like to return to Cuba, implying a potential concession.
Russia's Foreign Ministry accused the US of "economic suffocation" and opposes unilateral sanctions.
Cuba has declared an "international emergency" due to US pressure, calling it an "extraordinary threat" from the "US anti-Cuban neo-fascist right wing."
Reports indicate Cuba has only 15 to 20 days of oil supply remaining.

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