Nervy time for Havana neighbours of top officials as fears of US attack grow
Cubans are increasingly anxious as the US considers military strikes against the island following criminal charges against former president Raúl Castro. Many residents express outrage at the US actions while fearing for their safety, particularly those living near government officials. The situation has escalated with increased US military presence and surveillance around Cuba.
- ▪The US has brought criminal charges against former Cuban president Raúl Castro.
- ▪Residents of Havana are concerned about potential military strikes from the US.
- ▪There is significant anger among Cubans towards the US government for its actions against Cuba.
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A vintage car passes by images of the Fidel Castro, Raúl Castro and Cuba's President Miguel Díaz-Canel displayed on a billboard in Havana on 15 May. Photograph: Norlys Perez/ReutersView image in fullscreenA vintage car passes by images of the Fidel Castro, Raúl Castro and Cuba's President Miguel Díaz-Canel displayed on a billboard in Havana on 15 May. Photograph: Norlys Perez/ReutersCubaNervy time for Havana neighbours of top officials as fears of US attack growCubans express outrage at US charges against Raúl Castro but view military strikes as serious possibilityRuaridh Nicollin HavanaThu 21 May 2026 12.15 EDTLast modified on Thu 21 May 2026 12.17 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA new question in being asked in Havana as people digest the news that the US has brought criminal…
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