Cuba’s ambassador in Washington, Lianys Torres Rivera, told Reuters Havana maintains “communication channels” with the United States but has not begun formal negotiations. She said the Trump administration is applying pressure and Cuba has strengthened defensive preparations against any US military action. Recent contacts have included meetings, phone calls and messaging exchanges, but there has been no progress on a negotiating agenda or on restarting formal talks; Cuba remains willing to pursu

Cuba’s ambassador in Washington, Lianys Torres Rivera, told Reuters Havana maintains “communication channels” with the United States but has not begun formal negotiations. She said the Trump administration is applying pressure and Cuba has strengthened defensive preparations against any US military action. Recent contacts have included meetings, phone calls and messaging exchanges, but there has been no progress on a negotiating agenda or on restarting formal talks; Cuba remains willing to pursue “mutually respectful” dialogue but declined to disclose timing, topics or participants.