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31 Killed as Explosion Tears Through Luxury Havana Hotel

HeadlineMay 09, 2022

In Havana, Cuba, at least 31 people died and 54 people were injured Friday after a massive explosion at a luxury hotel. The blast is believed to have been caused by a gas leak at the Saratoga Hotel, which was closed at the time for renovations. The explosion also damaged nearby buildings including the historic Martí Theater.

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