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U.S. Justice Department Preparing Indictment Against Former Cuban Leader Raúl Castro: A Summary

The U.S. Justice Department is reportedly preparing to indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro for his alleged involvement in the 1996 shootdown of four planes belonging to a Miami-based exile group. This move comes after the U.S. military action in Venezuela earlier this year, which led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. The potential charges against Castro are expected to escalate tensions between the Trump administration and Cuba, which have been rising throughout the year.

Despite pressure from the U.S., Cubas President Miguel Díaz-Canel has remained defiant, stating that those who turn everything into a business, even human lives, have no moral authority to point the finger at Cuba. He has also asserted that Cuba would not resign and that a U.S. military attack would be costly and destabilize the region.

Recently, there have been high-level meetings between U.S. and Cuban officials, including CIA Director John Ratcliffe meeting with Raúl Castros grandson. These discussions reportedly covered intelligence cooperation, economic stability, and security issues. However, Cuba has also stated it will not abide by any U.S. ultimatums regarding the release of political prisoners.

The U.S. continues to apply pressure, with the State Department recently imposing new sanctions on several Cuban government agencies. The situation remains complex, with ongoing diplomatic exchanges alongside escalating legal and economic actions.

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