Trump claims Cuba seeking help, announces talks

US President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that Cuba is requesting assistance and that the United States will engage in talks, without offering specifics. In a social media post, Trump wrote, "Cuba is asking for help, and we are going to talk!!!" He also mentioned his upcoming trip to China. The White House and State Department could not be reached for comment, nor could representatives from Havana. Trump had previously threatened Cuba was "next" after the US military seized the leader of Venezuela, a longtime Cuban ally, earlier this year. His administration has since imposed fresh financial sanctions, a fuel blockade, curtailed travel and remittances to Cuba, and discouraged regional allies from hiring Cuban doctors. China, where Trump is traveling to meet President Xi Jinping, has called on Washington to end its embargo and sanctions on Havana.