A heavy cargo plane operated by Aviacon Zitotrans, linked to the Russian Ministry of Defense and under international sanctions since 2023 for transporting military equipment, arrived in Havana during the reporting window from 3:15:19 AM to 3:45:16 AM UTC on February 3, 2026, according to a report by Cuban journalist Joan Kelin. The plane, identified as belonging to Aviacon Zitotrans, has faced sanctions primarily due to its role in supporting the Russian defense sector, as stated in the X post by Kelin (https://x.com/joankelincuba/status/2018386107256250832). This marks the sole reported aviation development in Havana within the 29-minute window. No official statements from Russian, Cuban, or international authorities confirming the flight's purpose or cargo were reported during this period.
