The Revolutionary Government of Cuba reported that 32 Cuban citizens died during the military. Carried out by the United States against Venezuela in the early hours of January 3rd.
According to official information, the combatants were carrying out missions representing the Revolutionary Armed Forces and the Ministry of the Interior. At the request of their counterparts in the South American country.
The statement specifies that the Cubans “fell in direct combat against the attackers or as a result of the bombing of the facilities.” After offering “fierce resistance.”
Once their identities were verified, their families were informed and received condolences from Army General Raúl Castro, leader of the Cuban Revolution. President Miguel Díaz-Canel, and the heads of the institutions to which they belonged.
Also the Cuban government described the events as “a new criminal act of aggression and state terrorism.” Emphasized that the combatants “honorably demonstrated, through their heroic actions, the solidarity of millions of compatriots.”
It also announced that it will organize the corresponding events to pay them the tribute they deserve.
In honor of the fallen combatants, President Miguel Díaz-Canel declared a national day of mourning. Which will be in effect from 6:00 a.m. (local time) on Monday, January 5th, until midnight on Tuesday, January 6th.
During this period, the Cuban flag will fly at half-staff on all public buildings and military installations throughout the country.
With information from Prensa Latina
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