U.S. military planning for potential action against Cuba

United States officials and military planners are reportedly engaged in preparations that could lead to military action against Cuba. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has characterized Cuba as a primary sponsor of terrorism in the region and a threat to U.S. national security, stating that the U.S. is prepared for an invasion if ordered by President Trump.

Recent developments include the U.S. Justice Department unsealing a murder indictment against former Cuban President Raúl Castro regarding the 1996 shoot-down of a ‘Brothers to the Rescue’ aircraft. In response to regional tensions, the U.S. Southern Command deployed the USS Nimitz carrier strike group to the Caribbean, marking a significant naval build-up outside of West Asia.

Internal Army reports indicate that the U.S. Army Reserve is evaluating the ability to provide police forces, medical personnel, and support units to the Southern Command within the next four months. While these documents do not explicitly name Cuba, anonymous officials suggest the request is part of ongoing military planning directed at the island. Previous operations have included maritime reconnaissance and placing airpower components on heightened readiness for potential deployment.