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Trump Warns Cuba, Colombia, Mexico Over Drug Security

PUBLISHED Jan 4, 2026, 10:36 PM ET

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Trump Warns Cuba, Colombia, Mexico Over Drug Security

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Washington, US President Donald Trump warned Cuba, Colombia and Mexico this week that US patience is wearing thin over facilitation of drug trafficking and regional instability. He told reporters aboard Air Force One on January 5 that Cuba has lost Venezuelan economic support and "has no income," and said Washington could act if conditions do not change. Trump added the United States does not plan military action, predicting internal collapse in Cuba, and said many Cuban Americans would welcome that outcome. Officials cited drug flows of fentanyl and cocaine as central concerns. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Yusra M. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Longstanding US drug overdose crisis led to elevated policy focus over recent years.
A US operation in Venezuela occurred prior to January 5 and officials linked it to reduced Venezuelan support for Cuba.
January 5, 2025 — President Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that Cuba 'has no income' and warned Cuba, Colombia, and Mexico.
Trump stated the United States does not plan military action and predicted internal collapse in Cuba.
January 5–6, 2025 — International outlets republished the remarks and analyzed potential regional diplomatic and security implications.