Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that President Donald Trump prefers a diplomatic solution regarding Cuba, but said the likelihood of such an outcome "is not high." His comments leave open the option of military action against Cuba, particularly following the indictment this week of former President Raúl Castro on terrorism charges.
On Thursday, Trump and America's top diplomat raised the possibility of U.S. military intervention in Cuba. This represents a renewed threat, according to reports, and takes on greater weight following the administration's recent actions.
The indictment of former President Raúl Castro on terrorism charges this week preceded these discussions about potential U.S. responses regarding Cuba. Rubio's assessment that diplomatic resolution is unlikely has prompted attention to what alternative courses of action might be considered.
The combination of the Castro indictment and the public discussion of military options by administration officials marks a development in U.S.-Cuba relations. Rubio's comments suggest that while diplomacy remains the preferred approach, the administration is not ruling out other measures.
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