Former Cuban leader Raul Castro could face indictment for his alleged role in the 1996 shootdown of two civilian planes.

The incident killed four people and sent US-Cuba relations plunging.

Federal prosecutors are expected to make an announcement Wednesday in conjunction with a ceremony honoring the victims.

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Former Cuban leader Raul Castro could be indicted for his alleged role in the shooting down of two civilian planes 30 years ago that killed three Americans and sent US-Cuba relations plunging.