Miguel Díaz-Canel said Cuba poses “no threat” to the United States after reports claimed the island has acquired hundreds of military drones and discussed possible strike scenarios involving Guantanamo Bay and Florida’s Key West.
According to CBS News, Díaz-Canel defended Cuba’s right to self-defense while rejecting accusations of aggressive military intentions. He warned that any U.S. military action against Cuba would destabilize the region and trigger serious consequences.
Cuba's president says country poses "no threat" to U.S. after report of island's alleged military drones. https://t.co/08rfXMBCYW
— CBS News (@CBSNews) May 18, 2026
The statement followed an Axios report alleging Cuba had distributed roughly 300 military drones across the country.
CBS News said it could not independently verify those claims, though Cuban officials reportedly did not deny possessing drones.
Tensions between Washington and Havana have escalated under President Donald Trump, whose administration has expanded sanctions and openly discussed possible military intervention following operations in Venezuela.
Last week, John Ratcliffe visited Havana and reportedly demanded major political changes from Cuba’s communist government.
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