"The U.S. officials impressed on the Castro regime that the Cuban economy is in free fall and that the island's ruling elites have a small window to make key U.S. backed reforms before circumstances irreversibly worsen."
"U.S. officials also expressed concerns about foreign intelligence, military, and terror groups operating with Cuban governmental permission less than 100 miles from the American homeland."
"President Trump is committed to pursuing a diplomatic solution, if possible, but will not let the island collapse into a major national security threat if Cuba's leaders are unwilling to act."
Cuba is on the brink of societal collapse, with U.S. officials warning the Castro regime of the dire economic situation. The U.S. is advocating for reforms, including political freedoms and the release of political prisoners. Concerns about foreign military and intelligence groups operating in Cuba have also been raised. The Trump administration is committed to a diplomatic solution but will not allow a national security threat to arise from the island's instability.
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