- President Trump announced the US is in negotiations with Cuban officials, expressing optimism about reaching an agreement.
- Trump stated Cuba is struggling economically, lacking Venezuela's previous support, and seeks regime change by year-end.
- The US is increasing pressure on Cuba through tariffs and executive orders, citing national security concerns and potential humanitarian issues.
A: Hey Hana! Did you hear anything about Cuba in the news?
B: No, Kenji! What’s going on? It sounds serious.
A: Well, President Trump says the US is talking to Cuba’s leaders. He thinks they might make a deal!
B: Wow! A deal? What kind of deal?
A: He didn’t say exactly, but some people think he wants a big change in Cuba’s government. Like, a whole new leader.
B: Really? That's…a big deal. Venezuela used to help Cuba, right?
A: Exactly! Trump says Cuba isn't getting that help anymore, so things are tough there.
B: He wants to help people who were mistreated and want to go back to Cuba? That’s kind of nice.
A: Yeah, he does. But he's also putting a lot of pressure on Cuba. He’s even added tariffs, like extra taxes, for countries that sell oil to Cuba.
B: Tariffs? That sounds harsh! Are things getting worse in Cuba?
A: That’s what people are worried about. Energy shortages and other problems could make things even harder for the people living there.
- Trump stated Cuba is struggling economically, lacking Venezuela's previous support, and seeks regime change by year-end.
- The US is increasing pressure on Cuba through tariffs and executive orders, citing national security concerns and potential humanitarian issues.
A: Hey Hana! Did you hear anything about Cuba in the news?
B: No, Kenji! What’s going on? It sounds serious.
A: Well, President Trump says the US is talking to Cuba’s leaders. He thinks they might make a deal!
B: Wow! A deal? What kind of deal?
A: He didn’t say exactly, but some people think he wants a big change in Cuba’s government. Like, a whole new leader.
B: Really? That's…a big deal. Venezuela used to help Cuba, right?
A: Exactly! Trump says Cuba isn't getting that help anymore, so things are tough there.
B: He wants to help people who were mistreated and want to go back to Cuba? That’s kind of nice.
A: Yeah, he does. But he's also putting a lot of pressure on Cuba. He’s even added tariffs, like extra taxes, for countries that sell oil to Cuba.
B: Tariffs? That sounds harsh! Are things getting worse in Cuba?
A: That’s what people are worried about. Energy shortages and other problems could make things even harder for the people living there.
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Summary
US & Cuba in negotiations; Trump optimistic about a deal potentially leading to regime change. Cuba faces economic hardship due to lack of Venezuelan support. US increasing pressure via tariffs, citing security & humanitarian concerns. #Cuba #Trump #negotiations
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Category ID: listed_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260202_07/#summary
Date: Feb. 2, 2026
Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-02-02
Created: 2026/02/02 15:40
Updated: 2026/02/02 16:58
Last Read: 2026/02/02 16:58