“We send you an infinite hug on your 92nd birthday, serious words, how serious has been your life of dedication and commitment to a free homeland and a burning heart,” the message from the Sandinista Government says.

The text, signed by President Daniel Ortega and Vice President Rosario Murillo, expresses satisfaction with knowing that Raul is healthy and strong, full of his people’s spirit, that of Fidel Castro, the heroic Cuban Revolution, his family and the “indelible memory of our dear Vilma.”

“Have a great day, another day of victories, because Raul is advancing, and because unity, fraternity and solidarity are our guarantees of the triumph of love and peace,” the congratulatory message points out.

Ortega and Murillo wished the Cuban leader to maintain the same strength as Fidel Castro and the one with which they knew him, in addition to “maintaining the undefeated dreams of our heroes and paths of liberation.”

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