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

TL;DR
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.
- Up First briefing: Ex-ambassador charged as agent of Cuba; Nelson Mandela's legacy NPR
- Retired U.S. Diplomat Manuel Rocha Accused of Spying for Cuba The New York Times
- US assessing impact of ex-diplomat charged as Cuban spy Reuters
- Former US ambassador charged with spying for Cuba, Muslim-Americans abandon Biden and more top headlines Fox News
- Ex-Ambassador Charged As Agent, Houthi Attack, Nelson Mandela's Death Anniversary : Up First NPR
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