Cuba’s Díaz-Canel Refuses to Step Down Amid US Pressure and Economic Strain

52 articles · Updated · POLITICO · Apr 12

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has firmly rejected calls to step down amid increasing US pressure and economic crisis.
In interviews with US media, Díaz-Canel insisted Cuba remains a sovereign state and is open to dialogue, but not under external demands.
Tensions have escalated following US sanctions, fuel shortages, and threats from President Trump, while Russia has pledged continued support for Cuba.

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