Get the app →
BriefTea logoBriefTea

Every story in sixty words

Get the free app no ads · no paywall

World · 17 March 2026

Trump's 'anything I want' claim on Cuba after blackout

Trump's 'anything I want' claim on Cuba after blackout

Pexels / Yuting Gao

Cuba became a "very weakened nation" after experiencing a total power blackout across the country, caused by a US-imposed oil blockade. US President Donald Trump stated on Monday he expects to take Cuba, claiming he could do "anything I want" with the country. US efforts to intensify pressure include officials telling Cuba to remove President Miguel Díaz-Canel during recent discussions.

Reported by The Guardian · How we write briefs

Understand this story

Why does Cuba have blackouts?

More briefs

WorldRyanair CEO calls EU chief Ursula von der Leyen 'useless' over flight taxes WorldChina sends ships to monitor US warship near disputed South China Sea shoal SportsTennis Star Elina Svitolina Splits From Husband Gael Monfils PoliticsSultan of Oman Begins First UK State Visit in 44 Years WorldStorm Adam Floods Kill Four in Eastern Spain WorldKing Charles Sends Gifts to Jailed Aung San Suu Kyi More world stories → Browse all stories →