Raúl Castro

Politician, military officer, revolutionary

Cuban Birán, Holguín province, Cuba Gemini

Quick Info

ProfessionPolitician, military officer, revolutionary
NationalityCuban
Date of Birth03/06/1931
Age95 years
BirthplaceBirán, Holguín province, Cuba
Zodiac SignGemini

Latest News about Raúl Castro

07/09/2026

Raúl Castro was reported to have appeared again at a military event in Havana, easing speculation that he had died or was gravely ill. The public sighting followed rumors about his health, and the appearance confirmed he was still alive.

13/08/2026

Raúl Castro reappeared publicly in Havana at an event marking the centenary of Fidel Castro's birth. The appearance came after months out of public view and was treated as a strong sign that he remained active in Cuba's political life.

06/06/2026

Raúl Castro appeared publicly in Havana at an Interior Ministry event after the U.S. charges were announced in May. State television showed him attending the ceremony, which marked his first public appearance since the indictment.

20/05/2026

The United States announced criminal charges against Raúl Castro in connection with the 1996 shootdown of two civilian aircraft. The indictment alleged conspiracy to kill U.S. nationals, multiple counts of murder, and destruction of aircraft.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameRaúl Modesto Castro Ruz
Known ForServing as President of Cuba from 2008 to 2018 and First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba from 2011 to 2021.
SummaryRaúl Castro is a Cuban politician, military officer, and revolutionary who played a major role in the Cuban Revolution and later served as one of Cuba's top leaders for decades.

Educational Qualification(s)

EducationUniversity of Havana

Personal Life

Birth NameRaúl Modesto Castro Ruz
Place of BirthBirán, Cuba

Relationships & More

SpouseVilma Espín

Family

BrotherFidel Castro

Career

Early CareerJoined socialist political groups as a young man and took part in the Cuban Revolution.
Major Roles
  • Head of the armed forces
  • Defense Minister of Cuba
  • Acting head of state (2006–2008)
  • President of Cuba (2008–2018)
  • First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba (2011–2021)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He was a key participant in the 26th of July Movement.
2. He took over presidential duties in 2006 before formally becoming president in 2008.
3. During his presidency, he implemented economic and diplomatic reforms, including restoring relations with the United States.

Also born on 3 June

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