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POLITICSJun 6 · 16:32 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMIAssociated Press

Cuba ex-President Raúl Castro makes first appearance since US charges to celebrate birthday

Raúl Castro, Cuba's former president, appeared publicly for the first time since being indicted by the United States for his alleged role in the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft. His 95th birthday celebration with officials and military leaders highlighted Cuba's defiance amid U.S. pressure, with President Miguel Diáz-Canel praising Castro's legacy and warning against U.S. threats.

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Raúl CastropersonMiguel Diáz-CanelpersonUnited StatesorganizationTrump administrationorganizationCuban socialist governmentorganizationJustice DepartmentorganizationMinistry of Interiorplace1996 downing of two civilian aircrafttopic
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