Cuba warns US of ‘bloodbath’ if military action follows drone claims
Cuba's president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, has issued a stark warning to the United States regarding potential military action, stating it would result in a 'bloodbath.' This statement follows reports of Cuba acquiring over 300 military drones, allegedly for use against U.S. targets. The tensions between the two nations have escalated amid ongoing economic struggles in Cuba and threats of legal action against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro.
- ▪Cuba's president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, warned that any U.S. military action would lead to catastrophic consequences.
- ▪Reports indicate that Cuba has acquired more than 300 military drones and discussed plans to use them against U.S. targets.
- ▪Cuba's foreign minister emphasized the country's right to self-defense under international law.
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Cuba's president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, waves a national flag during celebrations marking the victory on the 65th anniversary of the Bay of Pigs invasion on 16 April 2026. Photograph: Adalberto Roque/AFP via Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenCuba's president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, waves a national flag during celebrations marking the victory on the 65th anniversary of the Bay of Pigs invasion on 16 April 2026. Photograph: Adalberto Roque/AFP via Getty ImagesCubaCuba warns US of ‘bloodbath’ if military action follows drone claimsCuba’s president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, says any US strike would be catastrophic after reports of 300+ dronesReutersMon 18 May 2026 10.42 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleCuba’s president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, has warned that any US military action against his country…
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