US Sues Cuba's Raul Castro Over Alleged Human Rights Abuses The US Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Raul Castro, Cuba's former president, alleging he was directly responsible for human rights abuses during his rule.
The allegations stem from documented cases and events that have led to widespread criticism of the Cuban government's treatment of its citizens.
Background of the Lawsuit A federal court complaint accuses Raul Castro of committing gross human rights violations through a pattern of conduct that included arbitrary detention, torture, and mistreatment of prisoners.