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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.

Personal Life

Raul has been married to Vilma Espin for more than 45 years. They have three daughters and one son.

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