Cuban general Lopez-Calleja dead of heart attack, state media says


  • World
  • Saturday, 02 Jul 2022

HAVANA (Reuters) - General Luis Alberto Rodriguez Lopez-Calleja, one of Cuba's most powerful men, died on Friday of a heart attack, state media reported, leaving a critical hole in the political and economic leadership of the communist-run island.

Lopez-Calleja, 62, was a key member of Cuba's political bureau, the ruling Communist Party's highest decision-making body. He was once married to former Cuban leader Raul Castro´s daughter Deborah.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In World

Russia summons Polish ambassador to demand release of detained archaeologist
BBC seeks to have Trump's $10 billion lawsuit dismissed
Georgians set decorative tree ablaze to usher in hope for new year
Uganda orders two rights groups to halt work days before election
Pop star Bobi Wine sets sights on Ugandan presidency despite campaign violence
Marine Le Pen's embezzlement appeal to open in Paris
French farmers stage new Paris protest in bid to halt Mercosur deal
Russia launches year's most concentrated barrage on Ukraine, officials and media say
Exxon Mobil still interested in Venezuela visit despite Trump rebuke
Trump says nations doing business with Iran face 25% tariff on US trade

Others Also Read