52. MYSTERY: What is Havana Syndrome?

Back in 2016, a strange illness began to appear among US diplomats working in the embassy in Havana, Cuba. Years later, cases continue to appear among CIA agents and US embassy workers around the world. What’s causing it, and who’s behind it? 

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Sources: 

https://www.rd.com/list/strangest-unsolved-mysteries/

https://www.voanews.com/usa/us-releases-study-mystery-illness-us-embassies

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/05/31/are-us-officials-under-silent-attack

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/mystery-over-havana-syndrome-lingers-new-concern-emerges-n1270082 

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