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Russia honors Fidel Castro and reaffirms its alliance with Cuba

Published on: August 11, 2026
10:12

Havana, August 11 (Prensa Latina) Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed his country's unwavering solidarity with the Cuban people and paid tribute to the historic leader of the Revolution, Fidel Castro, in the context of the centenary of his birth.

ECLAC offers assistance to Colombia after deadly earthquake

Published on: August 11, 2026
10:11

Santiago, Chile, Aug 11 (Prensa Latina) The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) offered technical assistance to Colombia following the deadly earthquake that has so far left more than 130 dead and 570 injured.

Uruguay: PIT-CNT unions join strike for third time

Published on: August 11, 2026
10:10

Montevideo, Aug 11 (Prensa Latina) Uruguay's PIT-CNT trade union called for a partial general strike in this capital and the metropolitan area, along with a march to the Legislative Palace, where the national budget is being debated as part of the government's Accountability Report.

Bolivia boosts event for Fidel Castro’s 100th birthday

Published on: August 11, 2026
10:10

La Paz, Aug 11 (Prensa Latina) Alidson Gomez, president of the Bolivian Movement of Solidarity with Cuba (MBSC), described as a "deeply moving experience" the event held in conjunction with the Cuban embassy, commemorating the 100th birthday of the historic leader of the Revolution, Fidel Castro.

Int’l forum on Fidel Castro addresses his legacy in strategic sectors

Published on: August 11, 2026
10:10

Havana, Aug 11 (Prensa Latina) The First International Colloquium "Fidel: Legacy and Future" continues in this capital, focused on highlighting the Commander-in-Chief's legacy in strategic sectors, including foreign policy, education, and health.

China reaffirms support of Cuba at colloquium on Fidel Castro

Published on: August 11, 2026
09:52

Havana, Aug 10 (Prensa Latina) China reaffirmed its unwavering support for Cuba in the defense of its sovereignty and its socialist path during the opening of the 1st International Colloquium "Fidel: Legacy and Future."

Cuban President sends condolences to Colombian people and government

Published on: August 11, 2026
09:52

Havana, Aug 10 (Prensa Latina) Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel expressed his deepest condolences to the Colombian government and people following the 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck the country, leaving a death toll of 71.

Dominican Republic records cumulative homicide rate

Published on: August 11, 2026
09:52

Santo Domingo, Aug 10 (Prensa Latina) The Dominican Republic ended July with a cumulative homicide rate of 7.18 per 100,000 inhabitants—a 41.6 percent reduction compared to the same period in 2023—the Joint Task Force reported.

Giant mirror prototype created in Russia to study the Universe

Published on: August 11, 2026
09:52

Moscow, Aug 10 (Prensa Latina) The Russian space corporation Roscosmos announced the manufacture of a ten-meter mirror prototype for the Spektr-M telescope, designed to study the deep universe.

Ediciones Union brings extensive offer to Cuban book fair

Published on: August 11, 2026
09:51

Havana, Aug 10 (Prensa Latina) Ediciones Union invites both Cuban and international audiences to enjoy the works it is bringing to the 34th Havana International Book Fair, featuring 61 titles and over 9,150 copies.

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