Cuba intercepts US boat, 4 killed in alleged plot
Cuba has accused 10 people aboard a US-registered speedboat of planning “an infiltration with terrorist aims” after the vessel was intercepted off its northern coast on Wednesday. According to the Cuban interior ministry, four people were killed and six injured in a firefight, with authorities claiming those aboard the Florida-registered boat fired first. The boat was intercepted about one nautical mile off Cayo Falcones, and the Cuban commander on board was reportedly injured in the clash. Cuban authorities have identified one of the deceased and all six survivors, who were evacuated and received medical care. Officials said all 10 on the speedboat were Cuban nationals residing in the US. An 11th person was arrested and allegedly admitted involvement in the plot. Most individuals on board reportedly had prior criminal or violent records. Weapons, including handguns, assault rifles, improvised explosive devices, […]
