Havana(The COW News Digital)Cuba has firmly rejected any broad-based dialogue with the United States following recent threats and statements made by US President Donald Trump, signaling renewed strain in already tense bilateral relations.
According to foreign news agencies, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel responded to President Trump’s remarks by making it clear that Havana is not engaged in negotiations with Washington, except for limited technical contacts related to immigration matters.
In a statement shared on social media platform X, President Díaz-Canel said claims of ongoing talks between the two countries were misleading. He stressed that Cuba has not entered into any political or diplomatic negotiations with the US government beyond essential communication channels required for managing migration issues.
“There is no dialogue with the United States apart from technical contacts on migration,” the Cuban president said, dismissing suggestions of broader engagement between the two sides.
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His response came after President Trump issued a warning to Cuba, urging Havana to sign a trade agreement with Washington “before it is too late.” Trump also claimed that discussions between the US and Cuba were underway following the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, a statement that Cuban officials have strongly denied.
Cuban authorities view Trump’s remarks as part of a broader pressure campaign aimed at forcing political and economic concessions from Havana. Analysts say the Cuban leadership remains deeply skeptical of Washington’s intentions, particularly given the long-standing US embargo and repeated use of sanctions as a policy tool.
President Díaz-Canel’s comments reflect Cuba’s consistent position against negotiating under threats or coercion. Cuban officials have repeatedly stated that meaningful dialogue can only take place on the basis of mutual respect, equality, and non-interference in internal affairs.
Relations between the two countries have fluctuated over the years, with brief periods of engagement followed by renewed tensions. Under Trump’s presidency, US policy toward Cuba has largely been characterized by a hardline approach, including sanctions, travel restrictions, and sharp rhetoric.
Political observers note that Cuba’s refusal to engage beyond technical immigration talks underscores the deep mistrust between the two governments. They also point out that Havana is keen to avoid any perception of yielding to external pressure, especially amid regional political shifts and economic challenges.
The standoff comes at a time of heightened uncertainty in Latin America, with evolving alliances and renewed US focus on the region. For now, Cuban officials appear determined to maintain a firm stance, signaling that dialogue with Washington will remain limited unless there is a significant change in tone and policy from the US side.
