- U.S. Rep. Carlos Giménez stated that the Cuban military possesses drones that are “dangerous” to South Florida.
- Giménez identified these drones as potentially being Iranian Shahed-136 “suicide” drones.
- Giménez mentioned that some of these drones have ranges of 200 kilometers and payloads of 22 pounds, impacting the entire state of Florida.
- Giménez expects an upcoming indictment of Raúl Castro regarding the 1996 shoot down of Brothers to The Rescue planes.
- U.S. intelligence indicated the Cuban drones could possibly target U.S. military locations in Guantanamo Bay or Key West.
- Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel warns that a US military assault would cause a bloodbath with incalculable consequences.
- Cuba poses no threat and has no aggressive plans or intentions against any country, including the US.
- Díaz-Canel stated that Cuba has the absolute and legitimate right to defend itself against a military assault from the US.
- The Trump administration announced new sanctions on the Cuban government, including its main intelligence agency and interior ministry.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that additional sanctions actions can be expected in the following days and weeks.
- Cuba’s Civil Defense has circulated a family guide on how to act during a hypothetical military aggression.
- In anticipation of a potential military attack, Cuba’s Civil Defense recommends preparing a backpack with non-perishable items.
U.S. Rep. Carlos Giménez raised alarms over Cuban military drones threatening Florida, particularly citing Iranian Shahed-136 suicide drones capable of striking targets within a 200-kilometer range, affecting most Floridians. Giménez noted, "I know that some of these drones have ranges of 200 kilometers with payloads of 22 pounds."3
U.S. intelligence suggests these drones could also target U.S. military installations in Guantanamo Bay or Key West, raising implications of Iranian military advisers assisting Cuba in these efforts. In anticipation, Cuba is bracing for possible military aggression from the U.S., launching a public awareness campaign. Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel warned that any U.S. military action would "cause a bloodbath with incalculable consequences.” Cuba maintains, "Cuba poses no threat, nor does it have aggressive plans... against the US."4
In light of escalating tensions, Giménez expects potential indictments against Raúl Castro for the 1996 shoot down of Brothers to The Rescue planes, reiterating, "He is on tape and actually admitted that he gave the order for the shoot down." As sanctions loom from the U.S. government, a family guide has been circulated by Cuba’s Civil Defense, advising citizens on how to prepare for military aggression.
In summary, the growing concern of drone capabilities from Cuba underscores the fragile state of U.S.-Cuban relations amid fears of escalating military confrontation.
“U.S. Rep. Carlos Giménez has raised alarms about Cuban drones being ‘dangerous’ and able to reach Florida. Additionally, Cuba's president indicated severe consequences if military action is taken by the U.S.”
