US and Cuban generals meet at Guantanamo base amid rising tensions

Senior US and Cuban military officials held a meeting at Guantanamo Bay Naval Base just as relations between the two countries have deteriorated significantly. Tensions have escalated following President Donald Trump's threats against Cuba.

US and Cuban senior military officials met on Friday at Guantanamo Bay Naval Base, which is located on Cuban territory but remains under US control. The meeting took place as relations between the two countries have notably cooled.

Tensions have been deepened by threats of seizure issued by Donald Trump, which have caused serious concern in Cuba's communist government. Nevertheless, military officials from both countries decided to hold the meeting, signalling a certain willingness to maintain a minimal communication channel even in tense circumstances.

Guantanamo Bay has been under US control since the early 20th century and has long been one of the most contentious points in relations between the two countries. Cuba has repeatedly demanded the return of the base, but the US has been unwilling to do so. The current situation makes the strategic importance of the base even greater.