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Nov
26
2016

Press release from the Organizing Commission

Submitted by editor on Sat, 11/26/2016 - 08:00

CUBA, 26 November 2016 .- The Organizing Commission of the Central Committee of the Party, State and Government for the funeral rites of Commander in Chief Fidel Castro Ruz, informs the populace that as of 29 November, from 09:00 until 22:00, at the José Marti Memorial, the population of the capital may present themselves to pay their respects in tribute to their leader.  The hours will be extended until 29 November from 9:00 to 12:00.

Nov
26
2016

Iranian health minister signs book of condolences for Fidel's death

The Iranian Minister of Health and Medical Education, Dr. Hassan Qazizadeh Hashemi, visited the Residence of the Cuban Ambassador in Tehran to sign the book of condolences that will be officially open there in the next few hours, on occasion of the recent death of the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Commander in Chief Fidel Castro Ruz.

 

Nov
26
2016

Nepal's President, PM condole demise of Fidel Castro

November 26, 2016 6:30 pm. KATHMANDU: President Bidya Devi Bhandari has expressed her grief and sorrow over the demise of former Cuban President Fidel Castro.

Castro, Cuba’s longest-serving Communist leader, died on Friday night at the age of 90.

In a condolence message sent to Cuba’s President Raul Castro on Saturday, President Bhandari has extended profound sadness over the passing of the historic leader.

Nov
26
2016

Press release from the Organizing Commission

Hasta Siempre Comandante!

CUBA, 26 November 2016.- The Organizing Commission of the Central Committee of the Party, State and Government for the funeral rites of Commander in Chief Fidel Castro Ruz, informs the populace that as of 29 November, from 09:00 until 22:00, at the José Marti Memorial, the population of the capital may present themselves to pay their respects in tribute to their leader.  The hours will be extended until 29 November from 9:00 to 12:00.

Nov
26
2016

Statement by Shri M. Hamid Ansari, hon’ble Vice President of India on the passing away of Fidel Castro

I am profoundly saddened at the passing away of Commander Fidel Castro of Cuba, a heroic figure and an influential personality on the world stage.

In his death, the people of Cuba have lost the architect of their revolution and the developing countries of the world a champion of equality and justice.

He was a dear friend of India, and would continue to be remembered here, particularly for his role in the Non-Aligned Movement. I had the privilege of meeting him during my visit to Havana in October 2013.

Nov
26
2016

Remembering Fidel Castro: President Pranab Mukherjee Pays Tribute

President Pranab Mukherjee delivered a speech on Saturday as he paid tribute to Former Cuban President Fidel Castro, who died on Friday night.

“I’m deeply sad to learn of Former Cuban President Fidel Castro's demise,” said the President.

Fidel Castro led a rebel army to improbable victory in Cuba, embraced Soviet-style communism and defied the power of 10 US presidents during his half century rule. The Former President also shared a good relationship with India as he was close to Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi.

Nov
26
2016

Funeral Honors to the Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz

On the occasion of the demise of the Commander-in-Chief of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro Ruz, the Council of State of the Republic of Cuba declares nine days of national mourning, from 06:00 hours on November 26 to 12:00 hours of December 4, 2016. 

During the period of the National Mourning will cease the activities and public shows, the national flag will wave at half mast on public buildings and military facilities. The radio and television will maintain historical, patriotic, and informative programming.

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