‘Cuba’s next’: Can anything stop Trump?
Apr 2, 2026 •
Donald Trump says Cuba's next.
For decades, the United States has tried to isolate the country, but now the language is getting stronger, and a tightening of the oil blockade has brought the island to its knees.
President Trump has said taking the country would be an "honour", and his Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, says Cuba cannot fix its economy without changing its government.
In Havana, officials are now preparing for the possibility of a U.S. attack.
Today, Havana-based journalist Ruaridh Nicoll, on what people inside Cuba are living through – and fearing might come next.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
‘Cuba’s next’: Can anything stop Trump?
1867 • Apr 2, 2026
‘Cuba’s next’: Can anything stop Trump?
Donald Trump says Cuba's next.
For decades, the United States has tried to isolate the country, but now the language is getting stronger, and a tightening of the oil blockade has brought the island to its knees.
President Trump has said taking the country would be an "honour", and his Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, says Cuba cannot fix its economy without changing its government.
In Havana, officials are now preparing for the possibility of a U.S. attack.
Today, Havana-based journalist Ruaridh Nicoll, on what people inside Cuba are living through – and fearing might come next.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Havana-based journalist Ruaridh Nicoll.
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