US planning military action in Cuba? Officials weigh 'possible' military action
The US Army Reserve is currently evaluating the potential deployment of military police and medical personnel to bolster US southern command operations. This strategy comes in response to increasing tensions and military developments surrounding Cuba. It is anticipated that a variety of units, particularly in logistics and engineering, will be necessary within a 90 to 120-day timeframe.
The US Army Reserve is assessing its capability to supply military support, including police, medical, and logistical units, to southern US command within the next four months. The potential military action is linked to ongoing planning against Cuba. The Army is seeking formations such as a logistics battalion, engineer battalion, and a medical brigade, among others, that could be deployed within 90 to 120 days.
These units would support various functions like fuel and supply transportation, emergency surgery, and law enforcement. However, the specific number of troops, deployment locations, and operation details remain undisclosed. The Southern US command maintains it does not disclose operational movements or deployment timelines. Earlier this year, US forces conducted reconnaissance operations around Cuba's seabed and maritime approaches, and airpower components were on heightened alert.
In July, plans for possible action against Cuba included an Army-led air assault with thousands of soldiers. The recent planning follows a significant deterioration in US-Cuba relations, marked by tightened economic and political pressure, additional sanctions, and a worsening power crisis in Cuba.
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