Raul Castro Biography

Raul Castro biography

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NAME: Raul Castro
OCCUPATION: Military Leader, Political Leader
BIRTH DATE: June 03, 1931 (Age: 81)
PLACE OF BIRTH: Birán, Cuba
Full Name: Raul Castro Ruz
ZODIAC SIGN: Gemini

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Cuban President Raul Castro succeeded Fidel Castro in 2008. Under Fidel, Raul was the head of Cuba’s armed forces and served as defense minister.

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He said that he will be retiring from the Cuban presidency in 2018 after he competes his second term in the country's top spot. Miguel Diaz-Canel was appointed his new vice president and is seen by many as his possible successor.