In statements to Lanka Leader newspaper, Chandrawansa denounced Secretary of State Marco Rubio as the leading figure behind the United States’ intentions to destabilize and overthrow the Cuban Government.

The expert said some sectors of the US power structure believe that regaining control of the Caribbean island would help revitalize what he called a declining US imperialism.

The analyst affirmed that Cuba’s strategic and economic value makes it a key target for Washington, since, before the triumph of the Revolution, the US leadership absorbed the Caribbean nation’s resources through its control of hotels, tobacco companies, and food production.

He noted that the United States has tried to regain control of the island for more than six decades without success.

Chandrawansa argued that the recent US pressure on Cuba has intensified due to the worsening economic situation in the United States.

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