U.S. Seeks Indictment of Raúl Castro for 1996 Plane Shootdown Incident
The United States is taking steps to indict Raúl Castro, the former Cuban president, for his alleged role in the 1996 shootdown of two planes operated by Brothers to the Rescue. This humanitarian group was patrolling the Florida Straits to assist Cuban rafters. The planes were shot down by Cuban Air Force jets, leading to the deaths of four individuals. The indictment, which requires grand jury approval, is part of a broader U.S. strategy to pressure Cuba into making political and societal reforms. The Trump administration has intensified sanctions against Cuba, particularly targeting oil supplies, to exacerbate the island's energy crisis and push for change. 
