Global South implicated if Cuba collapses

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US President Donald Trump recently made comments about Cuba’s future, stating that the country will “fail pretty soon.” This statement is not the first time Trump has expressed concerns about Cuba, which has been under US scrutiny for over 67 years since the communist revolution in 1959.

On Tuesday, Trump also referenced the recent abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by the US, citing it as evidence of Cuba’s impending demise. The US government has denied any wrongdoing in the abduction.

In response to Trump’s comments, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed her country’s support for Cuba, stating that Mexico will continue to provide oil shipments to Havana despite US pressure. However, she also emphasized that the decision to ship oil is a “sovereign matter” and that Mexico remains committed to its relationship with Cuba.

Sheinbaum’s comments come after reports that Mexico had halted a scheduled oil shipment to Havana due to US pressure. When questioned about this decision, Sheinbaum stated that it was made in response to the ongoing US embargo on Cuba, which has resulted in “shortages” in the country.

Cuba has been facing economic challenges in recent years, including shortages of basic medications and food staples. The country’s healthcare system has also been affected by the US embargo, with some reports suggesting that medical supplies are in short supply.

In a separate development, a Cuban citizen who was injured while jogging on Havana’s seaside promenade reported receiving treatment for his injuries at a local pharmacy. The citizen, Eraudis, lost both legs in an accident involving a landmine outside a US base when he was 19 years old.

The incident highlights the ongoing impact of the US embargo on Cuba and the challenges faced by the country in terms of accessing basic necessities.

Source: Al Jazeera