Trump blames Cuba for mysterious 'acoustic attacks' against diplomats

Donald Trump has blamed Havana for a series of incidents said to have caused health issues for at least 22 US diplomats over a period of months in Cuba.

President Donald Trump and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell

President Donald Trump and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on October 16 Source: AAP

President Donald Trump says he believes Havana responsible for a series of incidents Washington thinks hurt at least 22 US diplomats over a period of months in Cuba.

"I do believe Cuba is responsible," Trump told reporters at an impromptu White House news conference on Monday.

"I do believe that. And it's a very unusual attack, as you know. But I do believe Cuba is responsible."

The United States has not formally concluded Cuba carried out the attacks, some of which involved high-pitched sounds, but it has said Havana is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of US diplomatic personnel and failed to do so.

At least 22 diplomatic personnel were affected by the unexplained incidents, which have caused hearing loss, dizziness, fatigue and cognitive issues. Some private US travellers also have been affected.

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Published 17 October 2017 7:54am
Updated 17 October 2017 9:00am
Source: AAP


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