US indicts Cuba’s former leader Raul Castro: Why it matters

Author: Caolán MageePublished on: May 20, 2026Country: United States

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US indicts Cuba’s former leader Raul Castro: Why it matters

On May 20, 2026, Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro for the 1996 downing of two civilian planes, killing four. This decision marks a historic moment as it is the first time in nearly 70 years that Cuban leaders are held accountable for acts of violence resulting in the deaths of American citizens. President Donald Trump stated that the US would not tolerate a rogue state nearby.

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