India, Jan. 12 -- NEW DELHI, January 12- President Donald Trump declared an end to all Venezuelan oil and money flowing to Cuba, demanding the Communist island strike a deal with Washington or face the consequences. Cuban leaders issued defiant rejections of the ultimatum, even as citizens endure daily blackouts and severe shortages, highlighting a nation pushed to the brink.

President Trump escalated economic pressure on Cuba, asserting that Venezuela-long Cuba's primary oil patron-would send no more crude or financial support. "THERE WILL BE NO MORE OIL OR MONEY GOING TO CUBA - ZERO! I strongly suggest they make a deal, BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE," he posted on Truth Social. This follows the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Madu...