Cubans react to US indictment of former President Raul Castro

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: May 21, 2026Country: Cuba

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Cubans react to US indictment of former President Raul Castro

Cubans in Havana and Miami reacted to the US charges against former Cuban President Raul Castro over the 1996 downing of civilian planes. The charges mark a significant escalation in pressure from the Trump administration against Cuba's socialist government. Reactions range from support to criticism, reflecting divided opinions within the Cuban community.

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