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Cuba Warns US of 'Bloodbath' After Drone Claims; US Imposes Sanctions

Cuba's President Miguel Díaz-Canel warned the United States that any military action against Cuba would result in a 'bloodbath' with catastrophic consequences. The US Treasury sanctioned Cuba's intelligence agency and top leaders in response to reports that Havana had acquired over 300 military drones from Russia and Iran.

Cuba's leader, Miguel Díaz-Canel, issued a stark warning on May 18, 2026, stating that any US military strike would lead to a 'bloodbath' with incalculable consequences for regional peace and stability. He emphasized Cuba's right to defend itself following reports from US news site Axios that Havana had obtained over 300 military drones from Russia and Iran and was considering using them against US targets. The US Treasury responded by sanctioning Cuba's main intelligence agency and top leaders, escalating tensions between the two nations.

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PublicFrance 24May 19, 05:36 AM
Cuba warns of ‘bloodbath’ as US imposes new sanctions amid rising tensions

Cuba’s leadership warned Monday of a “bloodbath” in the event of a US attack, as Washington imposed new sanctions on the country’s intelligence agency and senior officials. The escalation comes amid reports of heightened military tensions and claims of Cuban drone acquisitions from Russia and Iran.

PublicFrance 24May 19, 01:55 AM
Cuba warns of 'bloodbath' if US attacks; Washington adds sanctions

Cuba's leader warned Monday of a "bloodbath" in the event of an American attack, while the US Treasury sanctioned Cuba's main intelligence agency and top leaders as tensions spiked between the arch-foes. President Miguel Diaz-Canel stressed Cuba's right to defend itself a day after US news site Axios reported that Havana had obtained over 300 military drones from Russia and Iran and is mulling using them against US targets. FRANCE 24's Ed Augustin reports from Havana.

IndependentSouth China Morning PostMay 19, 12:51 AM
Cuba warns of ‘bloodbath’ if US attacks; Washington adds sanctions

Cuba’s leader warned on Monday of a “bloodbath” in the event of an American attack, while the US Treasury sanctioned Cuba’s main intelligence agency and top leaders as tensions spiked between the arch-foes. President Miguel Diaz-Canel stressed Cuba’s right to defend itself a day after US news site Axios reported that Havana had obtained over 300 military drones from Russia and Iran and is considering using them against US targets. The report, which quoted US intelligence officials, came amid...

IndependentDaily Star LebanonMay 19, 12:06 AM
Cuban President Warns US Attack Would Cause ‘Bloodbath’ - The Daily Star Lebanon

Cuban President Warns US Attack Would Cause ‘Bloodbath’  The Daily Star Lebanon

IndependentStraits TimesMay 18, 09:07 PM
Cuba warns US military action would cause ‘bloodbath’ after drone report - The Straits Times

Cuba warns US military action would cause ‘bloodbath’ after drone report  The Straits Times

IndependentJerusalem PostMay 18, 08:25 PM
Cuba warns US aggression would create a 'bloodbath' - The Jerusalem Post

Cuba warns US aggression would create a 'bloodbath'  The Jerusalem Post

IndependentThe GuardianMay 18, 06:42 PM
Cuba warns US of ‘bloodbath’ if military action follows drone claims

Cuba’s president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, says any US strike would be catastrophic after reports of 300+ drones Cuba’s president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, has warned that any US military action against his country would lead to a “bloodbath” with incalculable consequences for regional peace and stability. “Cuba does not represent a threat,” Díaz-Canel said in a post on X. Continue reading...