US Says It Is Open to Talks with Cuba if Havana Changes Government
Secretary of State Marco Rubio's comments came after President Trump called Cuba a 'failed state' at the UN, prompting a Cuban delegation walkout.
The United States said it remains open to talks with Cuba, but only if the Cuban government changes, according to comments from Secretary of State Marco Rubio reported by Al Jazeera.
Rubio's remarks followed comments by President Donald Trump, who described Cuba as a "failed state" during an address at the United Nations, prompting members of the Cuban delegation to walk out in protest.
The exchange highlights the continued strain in relations between Washington and Havana, which have remained tense despite periods of diplomatic engagement in recent years.
Al Jazeera's report did not provide further details on what specific changes to Cuba's government the US would require as a condition for talks, or how Cuban officials responded beyond the walkout.
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- US says it is open to talks with Cuba if it changes government — Al Jazeera — All
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