Trump threatens tariffs on countries selling oil to Cuba, declaring emergency

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0 January 30, 2026 08:30

President Donald Trump announced Thursday a plan to impose additional tariffs on countries that provide oil to Cuba, declaring a national security emergency regarding the island nation.

In an executive order, Trump said the "policies, practices, and actions of the Government of Cuba constitute an unusual and extraordinary threat," with regard to U.S. national security and foreign policy.

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