Retired US Diplomat Accused of Spying for Cuba, Houthi Attack, and Nelson Mandela's Legacy

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Retired US Diplomat Accused of Spying for Cuba, Houthi Attack, and Nelson Mandela's Legacy
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Former U.S. ambassador to Bolivia, Victor Manuel Rocha, has been arrested and charged with working as an agent for Cuba. The U.S. Attorney General calls it one of the longest-lasting infiltrations of the U.S. government by a foreign agent. In other news, Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen attacked three vessels in the Red Sea, raising concerns of a regional conflict. House Republicans are preparing to vote on launching an impeachment inquiry against President Biden. Today marks the 10-year anniversary of Nelson Mandela's death, and his legacy as South Africa's first Black president is remembered. Lastly, Spotify announces plans to cut 17% of its workforce.

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