
Havana syndrome: Over 130 US personnel victims of suspected ‘energy attacks’ with some suffering brain damage
The IndependentThe latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy It has been revealed that a mysterious condition called Havana syndrome has affected more than 130 US personnel as Joe Biden’s administration steps up its response to the unusual incidents, a report has said. Speculation surrounding the incidents has provoked intrigue since 2016, when employees of the US embassy in Havana, Cuba, reported experiencing unusual and unexplained symptoms. While reports have previously acknowledged that those affected suffered symptoms such as headaches, ringing ears, hearing, and affected memory, the newspaper has now said some victims have even suffered long-term brain injuries. CNN reported in April that federal agencies were investigating at least two incidents on US soil, one of which reportedly took place on the south side of the White House lawn in November.
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US finds no link between 'Havana syndrome' and foreign power, but two spy agencies say it's possible
The Independent
CIA whistleblower warns Americans of government ‘gaslighting’
Hindustan Times
The government is hiding something about the “Havana syndrome”
Salon
Top Intel Republicans vow to continue investigation into Havana syndrome origins until they're 'satisfied' with Intelligence Committee's response following bombshell report that Russia is behind myste
Daily Mail
Pentagon reveals US defense official suffered from mystery ‘Havana syndrome’ during NATO summit
The Independent
US defense official had ‘Havana syndrome’ symptoms during a 2023 NATO summit, the Pentagon confirms
Associated Press
Pentagon reveals senior official reported symptoms of ‘Havana Syndrome’
Al Jazeera
New study finds no brain injuries among ‘Havana syndrome’ patients
LA Times
No evidence of brain injury in people suffering ‘Havana Syndrome’: US study
Al Jazeera
Govt to investigate ‘Havana syndrome’ in India. Know all about the mystery illness
Hindustan Times
Centre to investigate Havana Syndrome: What’s the mysterious illness plaguing US officials since 2016?
Firstpost
Exclusive: Declassified report suggests "Havana syndrome" could result from energy weapon
Salon
US government is trying to give ferrets Havana Syndrome to figure out what mystery illness is
The Independent
Explained: The truth behind mysterious ailment Havana Syndrome afflicting US officials and spies since 2016
Firstpost
No sign adversaries behind 'Havana syndrome': US intelligence agencies
Firstpost
US intelligence agencies rule out foreign attack as cause of 'Havana syndrome'
ABC
Intel Agencies: No Sign Adversaries Behind 'Havana Syndrome'
Huff Post
Intel agencies: No sign adversaries behind 'Havana syndrome'
The Independent
Report finds no evidence foreign powers behind ‘Havana Syndrome’
Al Jazeera
Intelligence agencies say there’s no sign U.S. adversaries were behind ‘Havana syndrome’
LA Times
Exclusive: Dozens of CIA officers accuse intel agency of soft-pedaling its ‘Havana Syndrome’ investigation
CNN
State Dept. to pay 6-figure sums to Havana Syndrome victims
Associated Press
Column: Are electromagnetic weapons involved? Taking victims of ‘Havana syndrome’ seriously
LA Times
Havana Syndrome: Former US official shares recording of sound behind unexplained illness on 60 Minutes
The Independent
Explained | What is the ‘Havana Syndrome’ that has afflicted many American diplomats around the world?
The Hindu
Havana Syndrome: New US intelligence report reveals likely cause of mysterious illness
The Independent
U.S. intelligence finds likely source of Havana Syndrome
The Hindu
US Intelligence Says 'Intense Directed Energy' Could Explain Havana Syndrome
News 18
Experts: Energy attacks could be behind some 'Havana' cases
The Independent
Directed energy may cause mysterious ‘Havana syndrome’: US panel
Al Jazeera
Energy attacks could be behind some 'Havana' cases, say experts
Hindustan Times
Experts: Energy attacks could be behind some ‘Havana’ cases
Associated Press
'Havana syndrome' unlikely to be caused by Russian attacks, CIA finds
ABC
CIA: Most ‘Havana syndrome’ cases not linked to US adversary
Associated Press
CIA Says Most 'Havana Syndrome' Cases Likely Not Caused By Foreign Powers
Huff Post
‘Havana Syndrome’ not a foreign campaign: report
The Hindu
'Havana Syndrome' is not a foreign power campaign, concludes CIA
Firstpost
'Havana Syndrome' is Not Foreign Power Campaign, Says CIA But Not Everyone is Convinced
News 18
CIA finds most Havana Syndrome cases not work of enemies: Report
Al Jazeera
Most ‘Havana syndrome’ cases not linked to U.S. adversary, CIA says
LA Times
CIA report: No evidence linking Havana syndrome to a foreign country
NPR
Havana Syndrome: New Cases Reported In Europe, US Yet To Find Answers
News 18
Blinken: US still unsure who is behind Havana Syndrome cases
Al Jazeera
State Department staffer with Havana syndrome sues US government
The Independent
Canada Diplomats Say Ottawa Mishandled 'Havana Syndrome' Crisis as Nearly 20 Fall Sick
News 18
CIA warns Russian spies of ‘consequences’ over mysterious Havana syndrome
The Independent
Havana Syndrome: an act of war or just an act?
Al Jazeera
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken orders probe into 'Havana Syndrome'
ABC
State Dept. names new coordinator on ‘Havana Syndrome’ cases
Associated Press
State Dept. names new coordinator on 'Havana Syndrome' cases
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