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US seeks to indict Cuba's ex-president Raul Castro

US seeks to indict Cuba's ex-president Raul Castro

Summary

The United States is planning to charge Raul Castro, the former president of Cuba and brother of Fidel Castro. This move is part of increased U.S. pressure on Cuba amid ongoing problems like frequent power cuts caused by a fuel blockade imposed during President Donald Trump’s administration.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. wants to indict Raul Castro, who is 94 years old.
  • Raul Castro is the brother of the late Cuban leader Fidel Castro.
  • The announcement came as part of rising tensions between the U.S. and Cuba.
  • Cuba is facing regular power outages linked to a U.S. fuel blockade.
  • The fuel blockade was put in place during President Donald Trump’s time in office.
  • Indicting a former Cuban leader would be an unusual and significant action.
  • The situation reflects the continuing difficult relationship between the two countries.
  • The report was made public by U.S. media on May 15, 2026.
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