Marco Rubio: “Today, Cuba is not controlled by any ‘revolution.’ Cuba is controlled by GAESA.”

Suffice it to say that once this deal is done, it has to be one that’s beneficial to both countries.

Likewise, we expect all political actors to support these talks which represent the best chance Venezuela has had in thirty years to peacefully achieve not just a free and fair election but an enduring democracy.

We are hopeful that Cuba will choose a different path. We are hopeful … that there will be some people in there that open their eyes to the reality of what they’re facing.

I think it’s as strong as it’s ever been, and I think in five years we’ll look back and say it’s one of the strongest relationships in the world.