Possible US indictment of former Cuban president Raul Castro in coming days: Sources
The U.S. may soon announce a criminal indictment against former Cuban president Raul Castro. This investigation is focused on the 1996 shootdown of planes operated by the humanitarian group Brothers to the Rescue. The potential indictment coincides with President Trump's remarks about Cuba being a target for U.S. action.
- ▪The investigation is being conducted by the Southern District of Florida.
- ▪It centers around the 1996 shootdown of planes operated by Brothers to the Rescue.
- ▪President Trump has indicated that Cuba may be a focus for U.S. action following recent operations in Iran.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onPossible US indictment of former Cuban president Raul Castro in coming days: SourcesThe investigation centered around the 1996 shootdown of planes.ByKatherine FauldersMay 15, 2026, 5:46 PM2:55In this Feb. 1, 2016, file photo, Cuban President Raul Castro attends an agreement signing ceremony with the French president after a meeting at the Elysee Presidential Palace in Paris.Etienne Laurent/AFP via Getty Images, FILEThe U.S. could announce a possible criminal indictment of former Cuban president Raul Castro in the coming days, sources familiar with the matter said.
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