Coverage dated May 17, 2026

Cuba’s president warns of ‘bloodbath’ if US takes military action

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CNN By Gonzalo Zegarra, Patrick Oppmann, CNN (CNN) — Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel warned Monday that a US military assault on Cuba “will cause a bloodbath with incalculable consequences” amid renewed tension between Havana and Washington.

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  1. Local News 8

    Cuba’s president warns of ‘bloodbath’ if US takes military action (opens Local News 8)

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    CNN By Gonzalo Zegarra, Patrick Oppmann, CNN (CNN) — Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel warned Monday that a US military assault on Cuba “will cause a bloodbath with incalculable consequences” amid renewed tension between Havana and Washington.

  2. Breitbart News

    Cuba Threatens 'Bloodbath' if Attacked Following Claim It Is Amassing Iranian Drones (opens Breitbart News)

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    The figurehead "president" of Cuba predicted a "bloodbath" in the event that America defend itself from a Cuban military attack on Monday.

  3. The Guardian

    Cuba warns US of ‘bloodbath’ if military action follows drone claims (opens The Guardian)

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    Cuba’s president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, says any US strike would be catastrophic after reports of 300+ drones

  4. Latin Times

    Cuba's Díaz-Canel Warns U.S. Threats Could Trigger 'A Bloodbath With Incalculable Consequences' After Drones Report (opens Latin Times)

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    Latin Times's feed description

    The Cuban president added that "Cuba poses no threat, nor does it have aggressive plans or intentions against any country"

  5. Digital Journal

    Cuba warns of 'bloodbath' if US attacks and Washington issues sanctions (opens Digital Journal)

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    Digital Journal's feed description

    Cuba's leader warned Monday of a "bloodbath" in the event of an American attack, and the US Treasury issued sanctions targeting Cuba's main intelligence

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