Cuban official on Trump's threats as tensions with U.S. rise

Tensions between the United States and Cuba have escalated as the Trump administration ramps up pressure and threats against the island nation, including a de facto oil blockade. The resulting shortages of fuel, food, and water have caused hours of blackouts for millions of residents in Cuba.

Despite threats of a takeover from President Trump, Cuban officials have maintained that they remain willing to engage in talks with the U.S. government amid the worsening crisis.