Russia suggested key targets in the United States for Cuba to strike using Russian-provided Shahed drones if the US takes military action against the island, according to a post by @prestonstew_ on X at https://x.com/prestonstew_/status/2017719657138983221 reported between 4:15:57 AM and 4:45:49 AM UTC on February 1, 2026. The post notes Russia stated 'should these be placed in Cuba' without public evidence of deployment. The suggestion comes amid prior reports of Cuban regime militarization in Havana, including transfers of young men from Oriente province and an alleged ambush against the US Ambassador between 11:15 PM UTC on January 31 and 4:15 AM UTC on February 1, as reported by Cuban exile Agus Antonetti on X. No official statements from the Russian government, Cuban authorities, or US officials confirming the drone targeting suggestions or deployments were reported during this 29-minute window.
