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09/19/2024. Cuba.- As of now, the death of Raúl Castro, the 93-year-old former Cuban leader, has not been officially confirmed, despite rumors that have circulated since Wednesday.
Although there is no official confirmation as of September 19, sources close to the inner circle of the former leader Raúl Castro assert that he is in very serious condition due to various illnesses that afflict him.
The information has generated significant unrest among the Cuban community and internationally, spreading quickly and fueling speculation, along with a flood of memes and comments on platforms like Twitter and Facebook.
The rumors of his death gained strength on social media starting September 18, 2024, following statements from Cuban influencer Juan Juan Almeida, who claimed that Castro’s health was extremely delicate.
Almeida suggested that Castro was in his last moments, which has further fueled speculation.
Raúl Castro has faced serious health problems for years, including esophageal cancer and liver cirrhosis.
These ailments, coupled with his advanced age, have kept the Cuban community and international observers attentive to his situation. However, the Cuban government has remained completely silent, which increases doubts and keeps uncertainty alive.