According to Barak Ravid, citing a CIA official, CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Cuban Minister of Interior Lazaro Alvarez Casas and the head of Cuban intelligence, and discussed economic and security issues. However, per the report from Ravid, such cooperation will only be possible if Cuba makes a serious effort to deter U.S. adversaries from using Cuba as a springboard for U.S. adversaries, such as Russia and China.

IRANIAN MEDIA ACCUSES AXIOS REPORTER OF MARKET MANIPULATION Iranian media accused Barak Ravid of spreading false reports after he claimed Iran and the U.S. were nearing a deal. The report briefly pushed oil prices sharply lower, reversing gains tied to the conflict, before prices recovered following denials from Iranian officials. The article questioned how Western journalists gain access to sensitive White House information and suggested the reports were aimed at influencing global markets.

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BREAKING: President Trump is reportedly set to hold another high-level national security meeting on Tuesday focused on Iran, according to Barak Ravid citing three U.S. officials. The discussions come as tensions rise around stalled nuclear negotiations, with previous talks reportedly reviving consideration of potential military options. Senior administration, intelligence, diplomatic, and military officials are expected to participate.