Is Cuba back on the menu?
The Trump administration has indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro, escalating pressure on Cuba. This indictment relates to events from 30 years ago when the Cuban government shot down two planes, resulting in the deaths of four individuals, including three Americans. The situation has intensified amid a humanitarian crisis in Cuba, exacerbated by a US oil blockade.
- ▪Raúl Castro and five others were indicted in a Miami federal court for actions taken 30 years ago.
- ▪The indictment comes as part of a broader pressure campaign against Cuba by the Trump administration.
- ▪Cuba is currently facing a humanitarian crisis due to a US oil blockade, affecting its 10 million residents.
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Politics /Donald Trump /The LogoffIs Cuba back on the menu? Trump just indicted Raúl Castro. Is regime change next?by Cameron PetersMay 20, 2026, 10:10 PM UTCShareGiftPresident Donald Trump talks to reporters before boarding Air Force One on May 20, 2026, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Chip Somodevilla/Getty ImagesCameron Peters is a staff editor at Vox.This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life.
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