Tracey Eaton

Supporters saw Fidel Castro as a tireless defender of the poor; critics say he drove his country into economic ruin.

Pro-democracy activists in Cuba worry that re-establishment of diplomatic ties will reduce US support for them.

Decades ago Cuba gave asylum to dozens on the run – mostly African-Americans – and now the US wants them back.

Havana residents paraded through the streets upon learning ties with arch foe the US will normalise after 50 years.