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Bonded by their hate for the US imperialism and capitalism, Castro and Venezuelan dictator [[Hugo Chávez]] formed a close relationship. Both socialist countries have worked together on various political ventures.
Bonded by their hate for the US imperialism and capitalism, Castro and Venezuelan dictator [[Hugo Chávez]] formed a close relationship. Both socialist countries have worked together on various political ventures.


On May 1, 2007, Castro did not attend Cuba's annual celebration of May Day, leading many to believe that he had died. While Castro allegedly met with Brazilian President [[Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva]]  on February 25, 2010, there is no independent confirmation that this was not in fact a body-double.
On May 1, 2007, Castro did not attend Cuba's annual celebration of May Day, leading many to believe that he had died. While Castro allegedly met with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on February 25, 2010, there is no independent confirmation that this was not in fact a body-double.


On February 18, 2006, Communist Cuba publicly recognized that Fidel Castro was no longer President of the State Council and Commander in Chief. He was succeeded by his brother, Raul Castro.
On February 18, 2006, Communist Cuba publicly recognized that Fidel Castro was no longer President of the State Council and Commander in Chief. He was succeeded by his brother, Raul Castro.