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US indicts Cuba’s Raul Castro over 1996 plane downing

US indicts Cuba’s Raul Castro over 1996 plane downing

Summary

The United States has charged former Cuban President Raul Castro in connection with the shooting down of two civilian planes in 1996. This legal action increases tensions between the US and Cuba during President Donald Trump’s administration.

Key Facts

  • US prosecutors indicted Raul Castro for the 1996 downing of two civilian planes.
  • The planes belonged to a Miami-based exile group opposed to the Cuban government.
  • The incident happened in 1996 and involved shooting down civilian aircraft.
  • The indictment was announced with applause from US officials.
  • This move adds to the strained relations between the US and Cuba.
  • President Donald Trump has increased pressure on Cuba during his term.
  • Raul Castro is a former president of Cuba.
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