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U.S. Citizen Killed in Cuban Border Shootout; Inquiry Launched

2/27/2026

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Cuban Troops Kill U.S.

Michel Ortega Casanova, a U.S. citizen, was killed by Cuban border troops after a shootout with a Florida-registered speedboat attempting to enter Cuban waters.
Cuban authorities say the group aimed for a "terrorist infiltration," while U.S. officials are investigating.
Six others were injured.
Cuba detained several men linked to the boat, some with prior criminal records.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington will conduct its own inquiry.

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Nasrallah Shot by Settlers

On February 22, 2026, Nasrallah Abu Siyam, a U.S. citizen born in Philadelphia, was shot by Israeli settlers in the West Bank.
The incident is the sixth killing of a Palestinian American by Israeli forces or settlers since October 2023.
Rights advocates say the U.S. government lacks accountability, and Governor Josh Shapiro and Senator John Fetterman have remained silent.
Representative Rashida Tlaib has urged action.

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Cuban Troops Kill U.S.

Michel Ortega Casanova, a U.S. citizen, was killed by Cuban border troops after a shootout with a Florida-registered speedboat attempting to enter Cuban waters.
Cuban authorities say the group aimed for a "terrorist infiltration," while U.S. officials are investigating.
Six others were injured.
Cuba detained several men linked to the boat, some with prior criminal records.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington will conduct its own inquiry.

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