After Iran, will Trump turn his eyes to Cuba?
During a White House event with the Inter Miami CF soccer team, the US president said the island was “ready to fall”.
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During a White House event with the Inter Miami CF soccer team, the US president said the island was “ready to fall”.
President Trump honored Lionel Messi and Inter Miami for their MLS Cup victory, during which he addressed topics including Iran, Venezuela, and hinted at future actions regarding Cuba.
President Trump hinted at a forthcoming 'friendly takeover' of Cuba during a White House event honoring Inter Miami CF, suggesting significant changes ahead for the island nation.
President Trump indicated that Cuba is the next target for regime change, following recent actions in Venezuela and Iran, during an event with Inter Miami CF at the White House.
President Donald Trump suggested Thursday that he and Secretary of State Marco Rubio plan to focus their attention on Cuba next but want to 'wait a couple of weeks.'
Speaking at the White House during an event with players and officials from Inter Miami CF, the 2025 Major League Soccer champions, Trump briefly shifted from discussing the Middle East conflict to comment on developments in Cuba.
President Donald Trump hosted Inter Miami CF at the White House, celebrating their 2025 MLS Cup victory and discussing future events like the World Cup and Olympics, while also hinting at potential changes in Cuba after the Iran conflict.
At the Shield of the Americas Summit, President Trump claimed the U.S. neutralized 42 Iranian navy ships in three days and signaled plans to address Cuba after Iran.
President Trump indicated plans to shift U.S. focus to Cuba after completing military operations in Iran, stating, "we want to do that special — Cuba."
Inter Miami has entered a multiyear naming-rights agreement with Brazilian financial services company Nu for its new stadium located near Miami International Airport. The stadium, now officially named Nu Stadium, has a capacity of 26,700 seats and is set to host its inaugural match on April 4.
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