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1996 Shootdown Incident

The "1996 Shootdown Incident" tag covers the contentious events and legal battles surrounding Raúl Castro's role in the downing of Brothers to the Rescue planes.

Florida Strengthens Case Against Raúl Castro, Sidestepping Potential Presidential Pardon
Florida Strengthens Case Against Raúl Castro, Sidestepping Potential Presidential Pardon

Published on 10/19/2026

Florida Attorney General to Discuss "Arrest Warrant" for Raúl Castro at FIU on Monday
Florida Attorney General to Discuss "Arrest Warrant" for Raúl Castro at FIU on Monday

Published on 10/19/2026

Cuban Official Claims U.S. Intentionally Allowed Brothers to the Rescue Flights Despite Warnings
Cuban Official Claims U.S. Intentionally Allowed Brothers to the Rescue Flights Despite Warnings

Published on 5/23/2026

Cuban Leader Defends Raúl Castro Amid U.S. Charges Over 1996 Shootdown of Rescue Planes
Cuban Leader Defends Raúl Castro Amid U.S. Charges Over 1996 Shootdown of Rescue Planes

Published on 5/20/2026

Trump Deflects on Potential Charges Against Raúl Castro: "Justice Will Speak"
Trump Deflects on Potential Charges Against Raúl Castro: "Justice Will Speak"

Published on 5/15/2026

Marco Rubio, Raúl Castro, and the Exile Community's Debate on Cuba's Potential Transition
Marco Rubio, Raúl Castro, and the Exile Community's Debate on Cuba's Potential Transition

Published on 2/18/2026

María Elvira Salazar Calls for Justice Against Raúl Castro for 1996 Shootdown of Brothers to the Rescue Planes
María Elvira Salazar Calls for Justice Against Raúl Castro for 1996 Shootdown of Brothers to the Rescue Planes

Published on 2/15/2026