Cuba's Power Player: El Cangrejo's Rise

Cuba's Power Player: El Cangrejo's Rise

Author: The Daily News Now! April 25, 2026 Duration: 2:13
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Raúl Guillermo Rodríguez Castro, Fidel Castros great-nephew, emerges as a key player in Cubas power dynamics, despite holding no official title. Known as El Cangrejo, hes involved in backchannel talks with the U.S., bypassing formal leaders like President Miguel Díaz-Canel. With ties to GAESA and a reputation for handling security and key moves, Rodríguez Castro is seen as a pragmatic choice by some, while others view him as a Castro family insider. His rising profile hints at family tensions and a ticking clock with his grandfathers age and Trumps pressure, potentially shaping Cubas future.

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