Cuban leader Ramiro Valdés has died at the age of 93, according to official sources from Cuba, marking the end of one of the most emblematic figures of the Cuban Revolution.
Valdés was one of the closest allies of Fidel Castro and held multiple high-level positions within the government for decades. His career was marked by participation in key moments of the country’s political history and by his influence during different stages of Cuba’s political system.
Following the announcement, national authorities and political figures highlighted his role in the construction of the revolutionary state and his loyalty to the political process that shaped the island since the mid-20th century.
His death has generated reactions both inside and outside Cuba, due to his historical importance and long-standing presence in the country’s political life.
What role did Ramiro Valdés play in Cuba?
He was one of the closest commanders of the Cuban Revolution and held senior government positions for several decades, becoming a key figure in the island’s political system.
