Cuba has intensified military exercises amid statements by US President Donald Trump about a possible military operation, and the state of its air defense and aviation raises serious doubts. This is reported by Defense Express, writes UNN.
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Videos have appeared online showing Cuban military personnel practicing anti-aircraft fire, including from machine guns mounted on ox-drawn carts. This is not a staged event, but real exercises that demonstrate a lack of equipment and resources.
Cuba's air defense is based on Soviet S-75, S-125, "Kub", "Osa" and "Strela" systems. They have been in operation for decades, and due to a shortage of spare parts, their real condition and combat readiness remain questionable.
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In addition, anti-aircraft guns, Igla-1 and Strela-3 MANPADS, and Shilka systems are used. Some equipment is being converted into improvised solutions, including for launching unguided missiles.
Aviation in critical condition
The country's combat aviation has practically degraded: only a few MiG-29s, a limited number of MiG-21s and MiG-23s, L-39 training aircraft, and several helicopters remain in service. Fuel shortages do not allow for regular flights.
The use of oxen to transport weapons is explained by a severe shortage of fuel and a general economic crisis. In the event of a potential conflict, this will only worsen the situation.
Analysts note that in the event of a military scenario, Cuba is unlikely to be able to effectively resist the United States, and such improvised solutions only emphasize the weakness of its defense system.
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