Summary
A ceremony was held in Havana to honor 32 Cuban soldiers killed in Venezuela during a U.S. military action. This incident marks a significant loss for Cuba, as it reveals the presence of Cuban intelligence in Venezuela and impacts their political alliances. Meanwhile, Venezuela's new interim president has begun talks with President Trump, indicating a potential shift in relationships.
Key Facts
- The remains of 32 Cuban troops killed in Venezuela were brought back to Havana with full military honors.
- This loss is the largest for Cuban forces against the U.S. since the Bay of Pigs in 1961.
- The event highlighted the presence of Cuban intelligence officers in Venezuela, which had been previously denied by Cuba.
- The deaths occurred during a U.S. military intervention that led to the removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.
- Venezuela's new interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, spoke with President Trump, signaling a possible change in relations.
- Victor Dreke, a veteran of the Bay of Pigs, stated that Cubans would resist any U.S. invasion attempts on their own soil.
