Cuba Discusses Using Russian and Iranian Drones Against U.S. Assets
Cuba has discussed using some of its 300 Russian and Iranian drones to strike U.S. assets in the Caribbean or Key West. An unnamed official described the proximity of the drones as concerning.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.S. assets in the Caribbean or Key West. An unnamed official told Axios that the presence of such technology near the United States raises concerns about possible involvement by terror groups, drug cartels, Iranians, or Russians.
Background The discussions were reported by Axios.
Military personnel attended the March of Torches in Havana on January 27, 2026, an annual event marking the birth anniversary of Cuban independence hero Jose Marti. The report did not specify any timeline for the discussions or any concrete plans.
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2 events- January 27, 2026
Military personnel attended the March of Torches in Havana.
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Cuba discussed using some of its 300 Russian and Iranian drones to strike U.S. assets.
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U.S. defense officials may review security measures near Caribbean assets.
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