Russian warships entered the port of Havana ahead of military exercises in the Caribbean, causing tension with the U.S. who deployed warships to monitor the situation. The presence of Russian ships near U.S. shores is seen as a gesture of defiance by Putin.
Key Points
Russian warships entered the port of Havana ahead of military exercises
U.S. deployed warships to monitor the situation
Presence of Russian ships near U.S. shores seen as defiance by Putin
Pros
Strengthens military alliance between Russia and Cuba
Signals defiance by Russia towards the U.S.
Cons
Potential escalation of tensions between Russia and the U.S.
Uncertainty surrounding the intentions of the Russian military maneuvers