In a swift response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Thursday that the United States is ready to provide immediate humanitarian aid to the people of Cuba. The hurricane, which struck Jamaica on Tuesday, has left eastern Cuba grappling with severe damage and unmet basic needs. The State Department has mobilized teams expected to arrive in the Caribbean as early as Thursday to assist in disaster response efforts. Rubio emphasized the Trump Administration’s solidarity with the Cuban people, stating, ‘In the wake of Hurricane Melissa’s devastation of eastern Cuba, the Trump Administration stands with the brave Cuban people who continue to struggle to meet basic needs.’ The U.S. is issuing a Declaration of Humanitarian Assistance for Cuba and plans to deliver aid both directly and through local partners to ensure effective distribution to those most affected.
Rubio says US is ready to offer ‘immediate humanitarian aid’ to people of Cuba impacted by Hurricane Melissa
