Army General Raúl Castro Ruz today sent a message to His Holiness Leo XIV, Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic, Apostolic and Roman Church.

Because of its importance, we transmit the message in its entirety.

Message sent by the General of the Army, Raul Castro Ruz, to His Holiness Leo XIV, Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic, Apostolic and Roman Church.

Havana, May 8, 2025.

His Holiness Leo XIV

Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic, Apostolic and Roman Church

His Holiness:

I extend cordial congratulations on the occasion of your election as Supreme Pontiff.

I am confident that your Pontificate will make an essential contribution to peace and dialogue.

Cuba will continue to strengthen the positive relations with the Holy See.

Please accept the assurances of my highest consideration and esteem,

Raul Castro Ruz