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Unprecedented Legal Showdown: US Indicts Raúl Castro on Murder, Conspiracy Charges

In a historic and highly anticipated move, the United States Department of Justice has indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro on charges of murder and conspiracy. This development, unfolding on May 20, 2026, marks a significant escalation in US-Cuba relations and sets a powerful precedent for accountability on the international stage, raising complex questions about jurisdiction, international law, and the future of diplomatic ties.