Event Brief
UPDATED May 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
May 17, 2026 at 3:07 PM ET
Cuba acquires 300+ attack drones from Russia and Iran
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Classified intelligence cited by Axios says Cuba has acquired over 300 military drones from Russia and Iran.
WHO: Axios (citing classified intelligence)
WHAT: Cuba acquired more than 300 military drones from Russia and Iran and discussed using them against US targets.
WHEN: May 17, 2026 at 6:43 PM ET
WHERE: Cuba
WHY: US officials are concerned about drone warfare and the presence of Iranian military advisers in Havana.
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