Trump aims to topple Cuba’s communist regime by the end of the year: report 

The Trump administration is actively pursuing regime change in Cuba and is aiming to strike a deal to end communist rule on the island by the end of the year, as reported by the Wall Street Journal. To facilitate this political transition, the administration is on the lookout for Cuban government insiders who could assist in pushing out the existing communist leaders.

While a concrete plan for ousting the communist government in Cuba has not yet been finalized, the regime’s hold on the island is said to be at its most fragile state. The island nation is currently facing a dire economic crisis, with chronic shortages of essential goods and medicines, along with frequent power outages. The situation has been exacerbated by the collapse of Venezuela’s economy, which has led to a scarcity of oil supply to Cuba.

In a bid to weaken the regime further, the Trump administration is looking to cut off Venezuelan oil shipments to Cuba. Drawing inspiration from the successful capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro, the administration sees this as a potential blueprint for dealing with Cuba. A key element of this strategy involves identifying a potential asset within the Cuban government, similar to the individual who aided in Maduro’s arrest.

Meetings with Cuban exiles and civic groups in Miami and Washington have been held to identify potential allies in the effort to bring about regime change in Cuba. The administration aims to pressure Cuba while also exploring negotiations for a peaceful transition of power, potentially involving current leaders such as Raúl Castro and President Miguel Díaz-Canel.

President Trump has issued warnings to Cuba, emphasizing that there will be no more oil or financial support flowing to the island. He has urged Cuban leaders to consider striking a deal before it’s too late. The White House has not yet provided a comment on these developments.

The Trump administration’s efforts to bring about regime change in Cuba represent a significant shift in US policy towards the island nation. As the situation continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how these developments will impact the future of Cuba and its people.