On a Wednesday, the Cuban government reported that armed men who fired from a fast boat at a coast guard unit were part of a terrorist infiltration group. A statement from the Ministry of Interior indicated that four of the attackers were killed in the confrontation, which stemmed from the boat's incursion into Cuban territorial waters. The group had ten individuals, most of whom had a documented history of criminal and violent activities, according to the officials.

Earlier reports suggested that Cuban soldiers shot at the fast boat, which had departed from Florida, after it opened fire on them while they were attempting to identify the vessel. This incident led to the injury of one command officer and the wounding of an additional six individuals on board. The official communication emphasized the confrontational nature of the encounter, particularly highlighting the potential threat posed by the boat and its occupants, which led to the Cuban authorities' response.

This event occurs amidst ongoing tensions between Cuba and the US, particularly concerning illegal immigration and accusations of terrorist activities. The Cuban government’s portrayal of the attackers as terrorists reflects its longstanding narrative around external threats and the justification for strict border control measures. The implications of this incident could further strain US-Cuba relations, as the Cuban government utilizes such events to garner international support against perceived aggressions from the US and dissidents.