Raúl Castro Makes Rare Public Appearance | US News

Raúl Castro, the 95-year-old former Cuban leader, made a rare public appearance at a military ceremony honoring the unit that protects top officials — a move that comes amid health rumors and stalled U.S. talks with his grandson. Dressed in his signature olive-green uniform, Castro walked alongside military leaders and received an award, while President Díaz-Canel shared photos to underscore the event’s significance. Despite no longer holding official power, his presence signals continued influence, especially as U.S. sanctions tighten and legal pressure mounts — including murder charges from June tied to a 1996 plane incident. All this unfolds against Cuba’s deepening economic crisis, fueled by Washington’s ongoing diplomatic and economic pressure. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/368bd6890f4b7170