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Summary: US media: Washington mulling naval blockade of Cuba NHK

- The Trump administration is considering a full oil blockade of Cuba to push for regime change.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio is a key supporter of the potential blockade.
- Concerns about a humanitarian crisis in Cuba are delaying a final decision on the blockade.

A: Hey Hana-chan! Did you hear anything crazy in the news?

B: Oh, hi Kenji! No, what's up? Something about Trump again?

A: Yeah, basically! Politico, a news website, says Trump might completely block oil shipments to Cuba.

B: Seriously? A total blockade? Why would they do that?

A: Apparently, they want to push for a change in the Cuban government. Like, get a new leader.

B: Wow. Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, is pushing for it, right? He's Cuban-American, I remember.

A: Exactly! But… some people in the government are worried.

B: Worried about what?

A: They're afraid it could cause a big humanitarian crisis in Cuba. Like, people wouldn't have enough food or fuel.

B: Oh, that’s terrible. So, they haven’t decided yet?

A: Not yet. But Trump has been hinting at it on social media. He wants them to "make a deal," or else...

B: He’s really putting pressure on Cuba! The Wall Street Journal says they want this change by the end of the year.

A: Yeah, it’s part of a bigger thing, trying to get stability in the Americas, you know? Cuba’s become a new priority for them.

B: Crazy times, huh? Let's hope things don't get worse.
Summary
The Trump admin. is considering a full oil blockade of Cuba to pressure for regime change, backed by Secretary Rubio. Concerns over a potential humanitarian crisis are delaying a final decision. #Cuba #Trump #blockade
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Category ID: listed_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260124_09/#summary

Date: Jan. 24, 2026

Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-01-24

Created: 2026/01/26 05:40

Updated: 2026/01/26 07:45

Last Read: 2026/01/26 07:45

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