# Commemorations of Fidel Castro in Uruguay

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/commemorations-of-fidel-castro-in-uruguay
> Updated: 2026-09-13T15:26:49.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

In Montevideo, Uruguay, commemorations for Fidel Castro have highlighted the historical and political ties between Uruguay and Cuba. An unveiling of a mural by artist Diego Calascione at the University of the Republic's workers' association headquarters served as a tribute to the Cuban revolutionary leader and an exhortation to address contemporary political challenges.

Following this, the Communist Party of Uruguay (PCU) held a central event to mark the centenary of Castro's birth. During the commemoration, PCU Secretary General Óscar Andrade denounced United States actions against Cuba, describing the blockade and interference as a ‘genocidal stage of imperialism’. The event also recognized the work of the Cuban medical brigade in Montevideo, which has performed over 122,000 surgeries at the José Martí Eye Hospital despite reported pressures from Washington to terminate its mission.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-13: Uruguay Communist Party denounces U.S. actions against Cuba

In Uruguay, the Communist Party held a commemorative event for Fidel Castro, where leaders denounced U.S. policies toward Cuba and honored the Cuban medical brigade in Montevideo.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uruguay-communist-party-denounces-us-actions-against-cuba

### 2026-09-04: Fidel Castro mural unveiled at University of the Republic headquarters in Uruguay

A mural dedicated to Fidel Castro's legacy has been unveiled at the University of the Republic's staff association headquarters in Uruguay.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fidel-castro-mural-unveiled-at-university-of-the-republic-headquarters-in-uruguay

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