Summary
Cuban officials accused 10 men on a speedboat from the United States of trying to create violence to destabilize Cuba's government. Four of the men were killed in a shootout with Cuban border agents, and the remaining six are receiving medical care. The incident worsens ongoing tensions between Cuba and the United States, with the US investigating the matter.
Key Facts
- Cuban authorities accused 10 men on a speedboat from the US of planning violence against the government.
- Four men on the boat were killed by Cuban border agents; six are being treated for injuries.
- At least one of the deceased is a US citizen, according to reports.
- Cuban President Manuel Diaz-Canel said Cuba will defend itself against attacks.
- The US and Cuban governments are experiencing heightened tensions.
- US officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, are investigating the incident.
- Cuban authorities have identified most of the speedboat's passengers.
- One of the deceased men, Michel Ortega Casanova, was known to oppose Cuba’s government.
