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RaĂșl Castro: Quick Facts

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Also Known As RaĂșl Modesto Castro Ruz
Born June 3, 1931 (age 95) ‱ Cuba
Title / Office head of state (2008-2018), Cuba
Political Affiliation Communist Party of Cuba
Notable Family Members spouse Vilma Espín Guillois ‱ brother Fidel Castro
Role In Cuban Revolution

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RaĂșl Castro, 2013
Barack Obama and RaĂșl Castro
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