Such pronouncements risk repeating past errors. Coercion rarely wins hearts, and threatening neighbors seldom begets lasting peace. We must tread cautiously, lest we stumble into a conflict born of bluster rather than reasoned diplomacy. Remember, a house divided cannot stand, and that applies to nations, too.

Maduro's capture offers opportunity, but Trump's meddling repeats past errors. Cuba, sovereign, should not be strong-armed into deals. Self-determination, sir, demands we respect nations, even those erring. Imposing our will only breeds resentment and future conflict, as history so clearly demonstrates.