Caribbean

The US military is assessing preparations for possible action around Cuba, according to a report. Details about the nature, scale or purpose of the potential preparations were not disclosed. The news is drawing attention given Cuba's history of tensions with Washington and the sensitivity of any US military activity in the Caribbean region.

CBS reports that the United States is considering the possibility of a military operation in Cuba in the coming months. The claim, circulated by Ukrainian outlet UNN citing the US network, has drawn attention given the long history of US-Cuba tensions and the sensitivity of any American military move in the Caribbean. No official US confirmation of the report has been provided so far.

India defeated the West Indies by eight wickets in the first One-Day International of their series, according to the Jamaica Gleaner. The comprehensive win means India took an early lead in the series, dominating the hosts with bat and ball. Cricket fans in India and the Caribbean are reacting to the lopsided result and what it means for the rest of the tour.

West Indies batsman Shai Hope says his side is wary of the challenge posed by India ahead of their meeting, according to the ICC. Hope's comments acknowledge India's strength as opponents while signalling respect rather than fear from the Caribbean camp. The remarks come as the two teams prepare to face each other, with fans and commentators weighing up whether the West Indies can match India's quality on the field.

The US Army Reserve is considering placing additional units under Southern Command as it checks the readiness of military units for possible operations in the Cuba region, according to a Ukrainian news report. The move signals heightened US military attention to the Caribbean, though no specific operation has been announced.