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flag Cuba reports fifth death from Feb. 25 speedboat shootout; five killed, six wounded, weapons seized, terrorism charges filed.

flag Cuba confirmed a fifth death in a February 25 speedboat incident, with Roberto Alvarez Avila dying on March 4 from injuries sustained when a U.S.-registered speedboat was intercepted in Cuban waters. flag Cuban authorities said the vessel, carrying 10 people, opened fire after being approached, leading to a shootout in which four were killed and six wounded. flag Weapons, including 14 rifles, 11 pistols, and nearly 13,000 rounds of ammunition, were recovered. flag Prosecutors filed terrorism charges against surviving crew members, including at least two U.S. citizens, alleging an attempt to smuggle arms to destabilize the government. flag The investigation continues with cooperation from U.S. authorities.

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