- Cuba has reportedly acquired over 300 military drones from Russia and Iran and discussed striking US targets as relations with the United States deteriorate.
- US intelligence sources indicate an increase in Cuba's drone acquisition efforts, with Iranian military advisers recently visiting Havana.
- This build-up occurs amidst a de facto US blockade and Donald Trump's public consideration of “taking” Cuba.
- Cuba's economy is in crisis, experiencing mass blackouts and protests, following the US capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and subsequent oil tariffs.
- CIA Director John Ratcliffe held talks in Cuba, delivering a message from Donald Trump that engagement depends on Cuba making fundamental changes.
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