India, March 17 -- President Donald Trump on Monday stated that he anticipates having the "honor" of "taking Cuba," just days after the communist government of the island admitted to engaging in discussions with the United States.

Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump declined to specify whether any possible US intervention in Cuba would resemble that of Venezuela or Iran, while confidently asserting that he can do "anything I want with" the island.

"I think Cuba's seeing the end," the POTUS warned. "You know, all my life I've been hearing about the United States and Cuba. When will the United States do it?

"I do believe I'll have the honor of taking Cuba . that's a big honor."

Calling Cuba a "very weakened nation right now,...