Blog Archives March 2014

Hugo Chavez Remembered in Cuba

Across the island, Cubans paid tribute to Bolivarian leader Hugo Chavez on the first anniversary of his passing. In Havana, a documentary film and a photo exhibit was opened, plus the cancellation of three postage stamps.»

Raul Castro Pays Tribute to Chavez at the Mountain Barracks

Cuban President Raul Castro today paid tribute to Comandante Hugo Chavez at the Mountain Barracks, in Caracas’s 23 de Enero neighborhood, on the occasion of the first anniversary of his death. The Cuban statesman laid a white rose on the coffin where the Venezuelan revolutionary leader’s remains rest. Nicolas Maduro: Chavez is a Timeless Leader Venezuelan Defense Minister Highlights Civic-Military »

Raul Castro Arrives in Venezuela for Posthumous Tribute to Chavez

Cuban President Raul Castro arrived today in Venezuela, to attend the homage organized on occasion of the first anniversary of the passing away of Commander Hugo Chavez. Upon arrival in Maiquetía international airport, in the Venezuelan State of Vargas, the Cuban president was welcomed by Hebert Garcia, vice-president for Territorial Development, and minister of Water and Air Transportation. Venezuelan President »

Cuban Anti-Terrorists Nominated for Human Rights Award

The International Committee for the Freedom of the Five has nominated the Cuban anti-terrorists for the Human Rights People’s Choice Award 2014, which acknowledges the work of people or institutions in defense of human rights.»