Politico reports that the United States has increased its intelligence assets in Cuba in recent months and recently sent spies to the island, as part of the Trump administration's efforts to pressure the Havana regime into reforms or regime change. The increased intelligence activity could precede moves ranging from military operations to recruiting senior Cuban officials or encouraging civilian resistance, according to the report.
The report from Politico, published Tuesday, details a significant expansion of US intelligence operations in Cuba over recent months. According to the report, the buildup is intended to give the Trump administration leverage to pressure the Cuban regime, potentially leading to reforms or its collapse. The report also claims the US has recently sent spies to the island.
The Zioneer has previously reported on rising US-Cuba tensions. In July, CBS reported that senior Pentagon officials were examining military options regarding Cuba. The US State Department also accused Cuba of infiltrating the US government and supporting left-wing terrorism. These reports, along with the Politico story, indicate a multi-pronged US approach toward the Havana regime.
The specifics of the intelligence assets and the timing of any potential operations remain unclear. The Politico report is based on unnamed sources and has not been independently corroborated.
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