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Pentagon Prepares Cuba Contingency Amid Trump Tensions

4/16/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump has not confirmed invasion plans.
The Pentagon is reportedly preparing contingency plans for a potential operation in Cuba amid tensions related to the Iran war.
The White House directed the Pentagon to develop contingency plans.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel condemned Trump's rhetoric and said Cuba will defend its sovereignty.
A CNN survey shows that 64% of Americans disapprove of Trump's foreign policy.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has not confirmed invasion plans.
The Pentagon is reportedly preparing contingency plans for a potential operation in Cuba amid tensions related to the Iran war.
The White House directed the Pentagon to develop contingency plans.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel condemned Trump's rhetoric and said Cuba will defend its sovereignty.
A CNN survey shows that 64% of Americans disapprove of Trump's foreign policy.