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The Cuban regime called for international support on Thursday to prevent a war between the United States and Venezuela, after denouncing what it considers an escalation of military and political actions against the government of Nicolás Maduro, a key ally of the island's dictatorship.
In a statement issued on September 18 by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MINREX), the Revolutionary Government accused Washington of preparing a "direct military aggression" against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, with the aim of "seizing the oil and resources" of the South American country.
"The deployment in recent weeks of U.S. military forces in the Caribbean Sea constitutes an act of provocation and aims to trigger a military conflict that would compel Venezuela to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity," the official text states.
According to Havana, the use of force against civilian vessels, the interception of ships, and the increase of military personnel in the Caribbean violate international norms and are part of a "hostile and irresponsible" operation by the U.S. government.
The dissemination of psychological warfare messages was also reported, aimed at legitimizing these actions before public opinion.
The Cuban Foreign Ministry held U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and like-minded congress members responsible for attempting to impose their interests "by force" in the region, just as they have done in Gaza, according to the statement.
“A direct military aggression against Venezuela would have incalculable consequences for the peace, stability, and security of Our America,” warned the Cuban government.
The ruler Miguel Díaz-Canel wrote on the social media platform X: “International mobilization is urgent to prevent aggression and preserve Latin America and the Caribbean as a zone of peace. The true objective of the military actions of the US in the Caribbean is to seize the oil and resources of Venezuela.”
For his part, Chancellor Bruno Rodríguez stated on the same platform: “We denounce the deployment of US military forces in the Caribbean Sea, which pose a real threat to regional peace, stability, and security. It seeks to create conditions to justify military action against Venezuela.”
Cuba urged the separation of “lies from reality” and called on governments and international organizations to take action to prevent a war that, it claims, could have devastating consequences for Latin America and the Caribbean.
In recent weeks, the Cuban regime has intensified its alarmist rhetoric regarding a possible military intervention by the United States in Venezuela, a narrative that has gained traction following the increase in the presence of U.S. vessels in the Caribbean Sea, described as "a serious threat to regional peace".
The concern was reiterated by Miguel Díaz-Canel, who directly accused Washington of mobilizing troops in the Caribbean for the purpose of aggression against the government of Nicolás Maduro.
The climate of tension has escalated following Caracas' announcement regarding the deployment of thousands of military personnel in strategic areas of the country, including a key archipelago for maritime control.
This measure was presented as a defensive response to alleged plans of foreign intervention, which, according to Cuban spokespeople, aim to "seize the oil and natural resources of Venezuela."
Amid this rhetorical escalation, former President Donald Trump claimed that the United States sank three vessels that were operating near Venezuelan waters, thus fueling accusations of military provocations.
The Venezuelan opposition has also reacted, as evidenced by the statement from María Corina Machado, who declared that Venezuela "is one step away from freedom," referring to a potential collapse of Chavismo.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Tension between the U.S., Venezuela, and the Cuban Regime
Why does the Cuban regime seek international support against a potential war between the U.S. and Venezuela?
The Cuban regime urged international support to prevent an armed conflict between the U.S. and Venezuela, denouncing an alleged "direct military aggression" from Washington against Caracas. According to the Cuban government, the aim of the United States is to seize the oil and natural resources of Venezuela, a key ally of Cuba. The Cuban regime believes that the actions of the U.S. violate international norms and pose a threat to regional peace.
What role does Marco Rubio play in the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela?
Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State, has been pointed out by the Cuban regime as one of the main figures responsible for promoting a policy of military confrontation in the Caribbean. The regime accuses Rubio of trying to impose U.S. interests by force in the region. Havana argues that these actions are part of a strategy to justify military intervention in Venezuela.
How has Venezuela responded to the U.S. military presence in the Caribbean?
The government of Nicolás Maduro has ordered military maneuvers and mobilized militia members to defend Venezuelan territory. Venezuela views the military presence of the U.S. as an interventionist maneuver and a threat to its sovereignty. Furthermore, it has denounced actions such as the interception of a Venezuelan fishing vessel by U.S. forces as illegal provocations.
What is Cuba's position regarding U.S. military operations in the Caribbean?
Cuba has strongly condemned the military operations of the U.S. in the Caribbean, describing them as provocations and threats to peace. Havana maintains that these actions are driven by U.S. political interests and not by the fight against drug trafficking, as claimed from Washington. The Cuban regime insists that Latin America and the Caribbean should be respected as a zone of peace.
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