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12/13/2004:

"Diplomat Says End Is Near for Castro Gov't"

The top American diplomat in Cuba says the end is near for Fidel Castro and his government and that even Castro's supporters are preparing for a transition to democracy.

U.S. Interests Section Chief James Cason spoke at his official residence where dissidents gathered Friday for a time capsule ceremony marking International Human Rights Day.

Cuban officials say the recommendations amount to a blueprint for overthrowing their government, a charge American officials deny.

Full Article : guardian.co.uk