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NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolSeptember 6, 2026Miami-Dade

Raúl Castro appears at military anniversary event in Havana

Former Cuban president Raúl Castro, age 95, made a public appearance at a military ceremony commemorating the anniversary of the Personal Security unit. This unit is responsible for the protection of high-ranking government officials.

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Why It Matters

The appearance of the 95-year-old former leader provides a public update on his status and visibility within the Cuban government's security apparatus.

Key Facts

  • Raúl Castro is 95 years old.
  • Raúl Castro attended a military event in Havana.
  • The event commemorated the anniversary of the 'Seguridad Personal' unit.
  • The 'Seguridad Personal' unit is a branch of the Cuban Armed Forces.
  • The primary function of the 'Seguridad Personal' unit is the protection of top Cuban government leaders.

Who's Mentioned

locationUnited States“Country currently imposing financial and oil sanctions on Cuba.”organizationSeguridad Personal“A unit of the Cuban Armed Forces responsible for protecting high-ranking officia”personFidel Castro“Late leader of the Cuban Revolution.”personMiguel Díaz-Canel“Current President of Cuba who posted about the event on social media.”locationLa Habana“Location of the event”personRaúl Castro“Former Cuban president and leader who appeared at a military event.”organizationAP“News agency reporting the event”personRaúl Guillermo Rodríguez Castro“Raúl Castro's bodyguard, also known as 'El Cangrejo'.”