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The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to seek an indictment against former Cuban President Raúl Castro as tensions between the United States and Cuba continue to rise. According to reports from The Associated Press, the possible legal action is connected to the 1996 shootdown of planes operated by the Miami-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue.

Sources familiar with the matter said the U.S. Justice Department is reviewing Castro’s alleged role in the incident, which resulted in the deaths of four people. At the time of the attack, Raúl Castro was serving as Cuba’s defense minister. The incident remains one of the most controversial moments in modern Cuba-US relations.

The potential indictment would need approval from a grand jury and could significantly increase tensions between Washington and Havana. Reports suggest the move comes as President Donald Trump increases pressure on Cuba and discusses stronger action against the communist-run island.

Following recent US operations against Venezuela, attention has reportedly shifted toward Cuba. The Trump administration has already imposed strict economic measures that have affected fuel supplies and economic activity across the island nation. Cuba has also faced severe blackouts and shortages in recent months.

Political analysts believe the possible indictment could strengthen Trump’s support among Cuban-American voters in Florida. However, experts also warn that military action against Cuba would be far more complicated than operations carried out in Venezuela due to Cuba’s political structure and military system.

The 1996 shootdown involved Cuban fighter jets destroying two civilian aircraft operated by Brothers to the Rescue near Cuban airspace. The planes were part of missions supporting Cuban migrants and protesting against the Cuban government. The incident later pushed the United States to tighten sanctions on Cuba through the Helms-Burton Act.

Raúl Castro, now 94 years old, officially stepped away from leadership in recent years after handing power to President Miguel Díaz-Canel. Despite retiring from public office, many observers believe he still holds influence behind the scenes in Cuban politics.

The Cuban government has not officially responded to the latest reports about a possible indictment. Meanwhile, US officials continue discussions on Cuba policy as speculation grows about the future direction of relations between the two countries.

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