Cuban envoy warns of possible U.S. military action against Havana

Saturday 08 August 2026 - 12:39

By: Azzat Manal

Cuban envoy warns of possible U.S. military action against Havana

Cuba's ambassador to the United Nations, Ernesto Sobrón Guzmán, has accused the United States of building a political and media narrative that could be used to justify tougher measures against Havana, including possible military action.

In comments reported by Russian news agency TASS, the Cuban diplomat argued that statements from senior U.S. officials about Cuba have been inconsistent and are contributing to an atmosphere of confrontation. He accused Washington of attempting to justify what he described as collective punishment against the Cuban population.

Sobrón Guzmán also questioned the logic of some U.S. statements concerning the Cuban government. He pointed to what he described as contradictions between portraying Cuba as a weak and ineffective political system while simultaneously alleging that Cuban authorities could organize an international espionage campaign capable of threatening U.S. national security.

The Cuban government's concerns come amid increasingly tense rhetoric between Washington and Havana. President Donald Trump has previously made statements suggesting that the United States could consider taking greater control over Cuba, raising concerns in Havana about the possibility of further escalation.

In March, Trump said that Washington would examine its future approach toward Cuba after the conclusion of the U.S. military operation involving Iran. His comments added to uncertainty surrounding the direction of American policy toward the Caribbean island.

Earlier reports also suggested that officials in Washington were considering stronger measures against the Cuban government. In May, Politico reported that the possibility of military force was receiving increased attention within the U.S. administration.

Trump later indicated in a June interview with Axios that an operation aimed at changing Cuba's leadership could not be ruled out, further intensifying speculation over Washington's intentions.

Cuban officials have repeatedly rejected U.S. accusations and warned that increased pressure could have serious consequences for the island's population and regional stability.

The dispute reflects a broader deterioration in relations between Washington and Havana, which have remained strained despite periods of diplomatic engagement. Economic restrictions, political disagreements and disputes over security issues continue to shape the relationship.

For Cuba, the latest statements from U.S. officials are being viewed as part of a broader pressure campaign. For Washington, discussions over Cuba remain linked to questions of national security, regional influence and the future of the Cuban government.

Any move toward military intervention would represent a major escalation and could have significant consequences for the Caribbean and for relations between the United States and Latin American countries. For now, Cuban officials are urging the international community to pay close attention to what they describe as increasingly aggressive rhetoric from Washington.