Cuban border forces intercepted a Florida-registered speedboat carrying 10 Cuban nationals who reside in the United States. Authorities say the group was armed with rifles, explosives, and tactical gear and intended to conduct a terrorist infiltration.
Four people were killed and six injured when Cuban forces opened fire near Villa Clara province. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the United States will independently determine what occurred. The confrontation comes during heightened tensions between Havana and President Donald J. Trump’s administration.
Cuba says 10 U.S.-based Cuban nationals launched an armed infiltration by Florida-registered speedboat. Border guards intercepted the vessel, killing four and injuring six. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. will independently verify the facts. #Caribbean #Cuba pic.twitter.com/ZJSKlT3dge
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- Cuban authorities report that a Florida-registered speedboat (FL7726SH) carrying 10 Cuban nationals residing in the United States entered Cuban territorial waters armed with rifles, handguns, Molotov cocktails, body armor, telescopic sights, and camouflage uniforms.
- The vessel was intercepted near Cayo Falcones in Villa Clara province.
- Cuban border guards opened fire during the confrontation.
- Four individuals aboard the boat were killed and six were injured.
- Cuban officials state the group intended to conduct an “armed infiltration for terrorist purposes.”
- Authorities say most of the participants have prior criminal and violent records.
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States will independently investigate the incident and determine the facts.
- The event unfolds amid increased pressure on Cuba from President Donald J. Trump’s administration.
