A delegation of senior State Department representatives traveled to Cuba via a U.S. government plane last week, officials said, a diplomatic opening amid intense pressure from the Trump administration.

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Cuba’s top diplomat says the island is open to economic cooperation, outlining a roadmap for closer ties even as Trump pushes regime change.

The comments come in the wake of news that U.S. and Cuban officials have met to discuss future relations between the two longtime Cold War foes.

In an exclusive interview with NBC News, Miguel Díaz-Canel stressed the need for dialogue, but said Cuba is prepared to defend itself.

President Donald Trump said he would be willing to meet with Iran's top leaders, responding simply, "Sure," when asked about the possibility.

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