Cuba warns US military action would cause ‘bloodbath’ after drone report
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has warned that any US military action against Cuba would result in a significant bloodbath. This statement follows a report indicating that Cuba has acquired military drones and may use them against US targets. Tensions between the two nations have escalated, with calls for negotiation and self-defense from Cuban officials and residents.
- ▪Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel stated that US military action would lead to a 'bloodbath'.
- ▪Cuba has reportedly acquired over 300 military drones and discussed plans to use them against US targets.
- ▪Residents in Havana expressed their determination to resist any potential US attack.
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Cuba warns US military action would cause ‘bloodbath’ after drone reportSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxCuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has warned that any US military action against Cuba will lead to a "bloodbath".PHOTO: REUTERSPublished May 19, 2026, 01:07 AMUpdated May 19, 2026, 01:07 AMHAVANA - Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel said on May 18 that any US military action against Cuba would lead to a “bloodbath” with incalculable consequences for regional peace and stability.“Cuba does not represent a threat,” Mr Diaz-Canel said in a post on X.The comments follow an Axios report published on May 18, citing classified intelligence, that said Cuba had acquired more than 300 military drones and had discussed plans to use them to attack the US naval base at…
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