Cuba on Fidel Castro's death watch*By Val Prieto09.08.06 | Amid the spattering of reports coming from Cuba via the MSM., most of which are basically parroting the Cuban government's "official" press releases, here's what we know for sure, a full eight days after the big succession of power: - fidel castro had some type of intestinal surgery. - A letter dictating the transition of power to raul castro was presented with some speculation as to its authenticity. - During his 47 year reign of the island, and despite many health concerns and operations, fidel castro never once ceded power to anyone esle. - Cuban men of military age have been called into service throughout the country. - The Cuban people have been apprehensive about being outside and talking, even amongst themselves. - Some communications to and from the island have been disrupted. - Hugo Chavez has not been to Cuba to visit his mentor. - Hugo Chavez recalled his brother, the ambassador in Havana. - raul castro has made no public appearance since the "succession" of power. - fidel castro has made no public statement or appearance since the "surgery." - Carnaval celebrations have been cancelled throughout the island. - fidel castro's birthday celebration slated for August 13th has been postponed until December. The above are all facts that have been verified via numerous sources. If I have missed anything, please let me know in the comments section. *Original title "What's going on in Cuba." Source Babalu Blog © by Vcrisis.com & the author |