In a significant escalation of tensions between Cuba and the United States, a deadly shootout occurred on February 25, 2026, resulting in the deaths of four armed Cubans aboard a Florida-registered speedboat. Cuban border troops engaged the individuals, who were reportedly attempting to infiltrate the island. The Cuban government characterized the incident as a defensive action against what they described as an armed attack, with the group allegedly dressed in camouflage and armed with assault rifles and homemade explosives (New York Times, Al Jazeera).
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Cuban Forces Kill Four Armed Exiles In Florida Speedboat Shootout
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Tensions rise between Cuba and the U.S. after a shootout on Feb 25, 2026, leaves four Cubans dead, with Cuba calling it a defensive action against an armed infiltration attempt.
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