Cuban Government Denies Declaration of State of War Amid National Defense Council Meeting
Cuban officials have denied claims of a declared state of war, clarifying that discussions at the National Defense Council meeting were preparatory in nature. Journalist Lázaro Manuel Alonso noted that the council reviewed plans for a potential transition to a state of war as part of the 'War of the People' strategy, which was officially approved during recent Defense Day activities. Army General Raúl Castro Ruz was briefed on the meeting's outcomes, which he found effective for enhancing leadership cohesion and preparedness.
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Cuban officials have refuted claims of a declared state of war, stating that discussions at the National Defense Council meeting were preparatory. Lázaro Manuel Alonso, a government-aligned journalist, emphasized that the council merely examined plans for a potential transition to a state of war as part of the 'War of the People' strategy.
On January 18, the council did approve plans related to this concept during Defense Day activities, which were reported by state media outlets Cubadebate and Granma. The council's efforts aim to enhance preparedness and cohesion among leadership bodies. Army General Raúl Castro Ruz was informed of the meeting's outcomes, which he deemed effective.
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