The President's Daily Brief October 7th, 2025: Thousands Of CUBANS Join Russia’s Fight Against Ukraine & Sticking Points In Hamas-Israel Deal
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Oct 7, 2025 Cuban fighters are making headlines, with reports stating that up to 5,000 are now fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine. Negotiators are entangled in key disputes while finalizing a Gaza peace plan between Israel and Hamas. Excitingly, Ukraine is on the verge of becoming a major supplier of drones to the U.S., a move that could reshape military supply chains. Meanwhile, political chaos erupts in France as the Prime Minister resigns after a mere month, marking a historic government shake-up.
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Russia's Outsourced War Machine
- Russia is increasingly outsourcing manpower to allied and vulnerable states to sustain its invasion of Ukraine.
- Cuba now appears to be a major source, trading personnel for cash and debt relief from Moscow.
Cuba's Long History Of Foreign Fighters
- Cuba has historical precedent sending soldiers abroad during the Cold War to fight in places like Angola and Ethiopia.
- Contemporary recruits were reportedly flown from Havana under false pretenses and later found themselves on Ukraine's front lines.
Economic Push Factors Driving Recruitment
- Economic collapse in Cuba helps explain why recruits accept offers from Russia.
- Promised pay like $2,000 monthly vastly outstrips typical Cuban wages and becomes irresistible.