Raúl Castro Ruz
Raúl Castro Ruz is a retired Cuban politician and military leader who served as the President of Cuba from 2008 to 2018 and as the First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba until 2021. He is the younger brother of Fidel Castro and played a significant role in the Cuban Revolution of 1959. Under his leadership, Cuba underwent various economic reforms and increased diplomatic engagement with the United States, notably during the thaw in relations initiated by President Obama. Recently, he was mentioned in the context of Venezuela's support for Cuba following a United Nations vote demanding an end to the U.S. blockade against Cuba.
Born on Jun 03, 1927 (98 years old)
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Mexico:
He is the former leader of Cuba and the father of Alejandro Castro Espín.
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El Salvador:
Raúl Castro Ruz sent floral tributes as the leader of the Cuban Revolution.
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El Salvador:
Rodríguez sent gratitude to Raúl Castro for his constant encouragement that victory is possible.
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El Salvador:
He is a General of the Army in Cuba and was also congratulated for the victory in the UN vote.
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