Social media posts early Sunday cited Venezuelan
outlet Versión Final claiming the Cuban government is distributing weapons to
civilians and activating nationwide plans against a possible U.S. invasion,
though no major outlets like CNN have verified this.
The reports tie into the 2026 crisis, where
President Trump's January emergency declaration imposed oil tariffs over Cuba's
ties to Russia, China, and others, worsening shortages while he hints at regime
change.
Cuba frames its civil defense drills and
preparations as self-defense under its 'War of All People' doctrine, as
Pentagon ships like the USS Nimitz increase presence without plans for
invasion.