The Central Intelligence Agency has established a secret task force focused on Cuba, according to officials familiar with the matter. The move comes as the Trump administration intensifies its pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
The task force will allow the spy agency to quickly direct more financial, human and technical resources at the island. Its stated goal is to create fissures among the Cuban political elite.
Officials described the effort as a significant escalation in U.S. intelligence operations targeting Havana. The new structure is designed to streamline decision-making and speed up the deployment of assets.
The initiative reflects a broader push by the White House to increase leverage over the Cuban regime. President Trump has repeatedly called for stronger action against the island’s leadership.
The task force operates with a high degree of secrecy, and its existence has not been publicly acknowledged. Intelligence veterans say the move signals a shift toward more aggressive covert action.
Cuba has long been a priority for U.S. intelligence agencies, but this marks a more concentrated approach. The focus on the political elite suggests an attempt to exploit internal divisions.
Critics warn that such operations carry risks, including potential blowback and diplomatic fallout. Supporters argue the pressure is necessary to promote democratic change.
The full scope of the task force’s activities remains unclear. The CIA declined to comment on the details of its operations.
This development comes amid broader tensions between Washington and Havana. The two governments have had strained relations for decades.
The new task force is expected to operate for the foreseeable future. Its effectiveness will depend on how well it can navigate the complex political landscape in Cuba.
