U.S. weighs drone threat from Cuba: report
Cuba has acquired over 300 military drones and is reportedly considering using them against U.S. targets, including Guantanamo Bay. This development has raised concerns in the U.S. about the potential threat posed by Cuba, especially with the involvement of Iranian military advisers. In response, Cuba has condemned the U.S. narrative, asserting that it is the victim of aggression.
- ▪Cuba has obtained more than 300 military drones and is discussing plans to use them against U.S. targets.
- ▪U.S. officials are concerned about the threat posed by Cuba's drone capabilities and the presence of Iranian advisers.
- ▪Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister accused the U.S. of intensifying an anti-Cuban campaign to justify military action.
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- ▪ Cuba accuses US of fabrication after Axios report alleging drone threat — Straits Times — World
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- ▪ Exclusive: U.S. eyes attack-drone threat from Cuba — Axios
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Cuba has obtained more than 300 military drones and recently began discussing plans to use them to attack the U.S. base at Guantanamo Bay, U.S. military vessels and possibly even Florida, Axios reported Sunday (May 17, 2026), citing classified intelligence.The report comes as tensions simmer between Washington and Havana and amid speculation that the United States may be building an argument for military action against the communist-run island. U.S. plans to indict Cuba’s Raul Castro, U.S. DOJ official saysThe development underscores the Trump administration’s concern with the threat from Cuba because of developments in drone warfare and the presence of Iranian military advisers in Havana, Axios cited a senior U.S.
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