US closely watching Cuba after drone acquisitions

Christina Vazquez, Reporter
Published: May 28, 2026 at 6:23 PM


MIAMI — Potential drone danger out of Cuba is being monitored closely by the United States.

Local 10 News’ Cuba analyst Andy Gomez said he has stayed in touch with officials on the island.

“I am a great believer in the Kissinger theory of staying in touch with our enemies more than your friends,” he said. “Recently they did confirm for me that they have drones for defensive purposes and they wanted to be very clear, they told me that it was for defensive purposes.”

The acquisition of drones by Cuba raises an interesting question following the recent indictment of Raul Castro in connection to the 1996 Brothers to the Rescue plane shootdown.

“If we were to go get Raul Castro, I’m afraid that those defensive drones will become offensive and they will fire (at) the United States,” said Gomez. “However, I have great faith on our military capabilities and our intelligence community.”

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