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H.R. McMaster says end of Cuban regime would "be a great thing" for Western Hemisphere

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Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster commented that the end of the Cuban regime would be "a great thing" for stability in the Western Hemisphere during discussions about Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to the White House. The conversation also touched on a CBS News report regarding a U.S. military memo indicating preparations for potential scenarios involving Cuba.
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Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster commented that the end of the Cuban regime would "be a great thing" for the Western Hemisphere during an interview about Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to the White House. CBS News reported on a memo suggesting the U.S. military is preparing for potential actions involving Cuba, though no specific plans were disclosed. McMaster’s statement reflects growing concerns over the longevity of the current Cuban government and its impact on regional stability.

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H.R. McMaster says end of Cuban regime would "be a great thing" for Western Hemisphere Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster shares his thoughts on Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit at the White House and a memo obtained by CBS News suggesting the U.S. military is laying the groundwork for possible action around Cuba.
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🔮 H.R. McMaster says end of Cuban regime would "be a great thing" for Western Hemisphere Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster shares his thoughts on Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit at the White House and a memo obtained by CBS News suggesting the U.S. military is laying the groundwork for possible action around Cuba.
2026-09-25 · CBS News
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H.R. McMaster says end of Cuban regime would "be a great thing" for Western Hemisphere Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster shares his thoughts on Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit at the White House and a memo obtained by CBS News suggesting the U.S. military is laying the groundwork for possible action around Cuba. asserted
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