A civilian boat was involved in a shooting incident near Cuba, which has raised concerns but is confirmed to have no ties to U.S. military operations. The event took place on February 25, and resulted in four fatalities and seven injuries among the passengers.
During a recent briefing, U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, stated that the government is closely monitoring the situation. Rubio emphasized that the investigation is ongoing, relying on information provided by the Cuban government. He categorically ruled out any connection between the incident and U.S. military forces.
In his remarks, Rubio said, “No,” when asked if American military personnel could be involved. He noted that the White House would release further updates as more information becomes available.
The Cuban Ministry of the Interior reported that the shooting occurred between the island’s coast guard and the passengers of the U.S.-flagged vessel. The nature of the confrontation remains unclear, prompting U.S. authorities to assess the implications of the incident.
As investigations continue, officials are urging caution and are committed to ensuring accurate information is disseminated to the public. The U.S. State Department is expected to provide updates as they gather more details from the ongoing inquiry.
A civilian vessel was involved in a shooting near Cuba, resulting in multiple casualties. U.S. officials confirm the incident is unrelated to military operations and are investigating the circumstances surrounding it.