# Cuba's Military: A Shadow of Its Former Self

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Podcast: [US News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/us-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7023297)
Published: 2026-05-22T17:37:27+00:00
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Cubas military, once a Cold War powerhouse, has dwindled to a fraction of its former self, with active-duty personnel dropping to around 40-45,000. Despite this, the U.S. is concerned about Cubas ties with Russia, China, and Iran, particularly after reports of acquiring over 300 military drones and discussing potential attacks on U.S. facilities. High-level meetings have taken place, with the CIA director warning against hostile actions, and officials accusing Cuba of hosting intelligence facilities for Russia and China. However, defense analysts agree that Cuba lacks the capacity for a significant offensive attack, with their strategy focused on survival and guerrilla tactics. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a9de153c259f7c46

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