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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.