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Cuba says it killed 4 people aboard Florida-registered speedboat that opened fire on soldiers

Cuba says it killed 4 people aboard Florida-registered speedboat that opened fire on soldiers

Summary

Cuba's government reported that its soldiers killed four people on a speedboat registered in Florida after the boat fired on Cuban officers in Cuban waters. The incident happened near Cayo Falcones, and it's not clear if any U.S. citizens were on the boat.

Key Facts

  • Cuban soldiers killed four people on a Florida-registered speedboat.
  • The speedboat reportedly fired at Cuban officers first.
  • The event took place in Cuban waters, near Cayo Falcones.
  • Cuba's Interior Ministry released a statement but shared limited details.
  • It is not known if there were any U.S. citizens aboard the speedboat.

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