Cuba warns of "bloodbath" if Americans attempt to invade

From Havana, the escalating rhetoric and actions between Cuba and the United States represent a dangerous return to Cold War-era confrontation. President Miguel Díaz-Canel's stark warning of a "bloodbath" underscores Cuba's unwavering resolve to defend its sovereignty against any U.S. aggression. This is not merely a diplomatic spat; it is a matter of national survival, echoing past struggles against foreign intervention.

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If someone tries to invade Cuba, Cuba will respond with force, there is no doubt about that.

The recent U.S. sanctions, targeting Cuba's intelligence services and government officials, are viewed here as a continuation of the decades-long, illegal blockade. These measures, justified by Washington as a response to Cuba's alleged support for certain regimes or its own security apparatus, are seen by Havana as an immoral and criminal attempt to strangle the Cuban economy and people. The accusations of receiving military drones from Russia and Iran are dismissed as pretexts for further punitive actions.

As articulated by Cuba's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, the message is clear: any attempt at invasion will be met with fierce resistance. The historical precedent of the failed Bay of Pigs invasion serves as a potent reminder of the Cuban people's determination. While acknowledging the changed global landscape, the spirit of defiance remains unbroken. This unwavering stance is a source of national pride and a testament to Cuba's commitment to self-determination, a narrative often distorted or ignored by Western media.

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Any military attack by the United States against his country would result in 'a bloodbath with serious consequences'.

From our perspective at El Watan, this situation highlights the persistent U.S. policy of maximum pressure against Cuba, disregarding international law and the will of the Cuban people. The focus on sanctions and alleged military threats overshadows the devastating impact of the U.S. blockade, which continues to cripple the island's economy and hinder its development. The international community should recognize these actions for what they are: an attempt to destabilize a sovereign nation and impose external will, rather than a genuine concern for human rights or regional security.

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immoral, illegal and criminal