Four people aboard a Florida-based speedboat died in a gunfight with Cuban border troops near the island nation’s coast, the Cuban Interior Ministry said.
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WED · 2026-02-25 · 22:30 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0225-19298
NSR-2026-0225-19298News Report·EN·Conflict
Cuban Government Kills 4 in Gunfire Exchange Aboard Florida Speedboat
A gunfight between Cuban border troops and individuals aboard a Florida-based speedboat near the Cuban coast resulted in four deaths, according to the Cuban Interior Ministry. The incident occurred when the speedboat approached Cuban waters.
Frances Robles, Eric Schmitt and Jack NicasNew York Times - WorldFiled 2026-02-25 · 22:30 GMTLean · Center-LeftRead · 1 min
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A gunfight between Cuban border troops and individuals aboard a Florida-based speedboat near the Cuban coast resulted in four deaths, according to the Cuban Interior Ministry. The incident occurred when the speedboat approached Cuban waters. Details regarding the identities of those on board the speedboat and the specific reasons for their presence near Cuba have not been released. Cuban authorities have not yet provided further information about the circumstances that led to the exchange of gunfire. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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The Cuban Interior Ministry reported the gunfight.
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The deceased were aboard a Florida-based speedboat.
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The incident occurred near the Cuban coast.
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Four people died in a gunfight with Cuban border troops.
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