Fidel Castro thanks Cuba, critiques Obama on 90th birthday

By Michael Weissenstein

Posted August 13, 2016 10:32 am.

Last Updated August 13, 2016 10:51 am.

This article is more than 5 years old.

Fidel Castro has written a long letter thanking Cubans for their support on his 90th birthday and once again criticizing President Barack Obama.

In the letter in state media Saturday, Castro relays “my deepest gratitude for demonstrations of respect, greetings and praise that I’ve received in recent days, which give me strength to reciprocate with ideas that I will send to party militants and relevant organizations.”

Castro accompanies his thanks with reminiscences about his childhood and youth.

He returns at the end to a critique of Obama, who appeared to anger the revolutionary leader with a March trip to Cuba in which he called for Cubans to look toward the future.

Castro also criticizes Obama for not apologizing to Japan during a trip to Hiroshima in May.

Submit a Correction
Accessibility Feedback

Top Stories

Full transcript: Read Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Christmas message

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau released his annual Christmas message on Tuesday, where he reflected on the life of Jesus Christ and wished comfort to “those who are suffering.” Here is his full statement...

0m ago

1 man dead, 1 woman in hospital after large house fire in Scarborough

Toronto police say one man has died after being pulled from a large house fire in Scarborough early Wednesday morning. Emergency crews were called to the home near Birchmount Road and Highway 401 just...

41m ago

What's open/closed on Christmas and Boxing Day in Toronto

Christmas Day and Boxing Day, the two statutory holidays, land right in the middle of the week this year, but there are still a lot of closures to keep in mind. More than 50 outdoor ice rinks and skating...
Azerbaijani airliner crashes in Kazakhstan, killing 38, officials say

Kazakhstan officials say 38 people have died after an Azerbaijani airliner crashed Wednesday near the Kazakhstan city of Aktau. Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbaev disclosed the death toll...

8m ago

Top Stories

Full transcript: Read Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Christmas message

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau released his annual Christmas message on Tuesday, where he reflected on the life of Jesus Christ and wished comfort to “those who are suffering.” Here is his full statement...

0m ago

1 man dead, 1 woman in hospital after large house fire in Scarborough

Toronto police say one man has died after being pulled from a large house fire in Scarborough early Wednesday morning. Emergency crews were called to the home near Birchmount Road and Highway 401 just...

41m ago

What's open/closed on Christmas and Boxing Day in Toronto

Christmas Day and Boxing Day, the two statutory holidays, land right in the middle of the week this year, but there are still a lot of closures to keep in mind. More than 50 outdoor ice rinks and skating...
Azerbaijani airliner crashes in Kazakhstan, killing 38, officials say

Kazakhstan officials say 38 people have died after an Azerbaijani airliner crashed Wednesday near the Kazakhstan city of Aktau. Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbaev disclosed the death toll...

8m ago

Most Watched Today

3:04
Snow on Christmas Day?

Some areas of the GTA could see a trace of flurries, depending on how close you live to the lake. Things are set to warm up by the end of the week.

16h ago

2:39
Second GTA officer exposed to fentanyl while responding to call

For the second time in one week, a GTA police officer is said to have been exposed to fentanyl while responding to a call. Faiza Amin speaks with Police and an ER Physician.

17h ago

2:42
Tips to beat the holiday blues

From a mental health perspective, this may not be the most wonderful time of the year for many people. Afua Baah speaks with an expert who offers tips to help you beat the holiday blues.

18h ago

2:38
Toronto prepared for major winter storm set to hit the city

Toronto officials say all salting and snow clearing equipment is ready to go for the major snowfall set to hit the city. Afua Baah reports.
2:37
What are the most useful items to donate?

During the season of giving, many are moved to donate items to shelters and unhoused neighbours. Dilshad Burman with the most practical and useful items needed.

More Videos