Castro denies Cuban aid to Colombian Rebels

In a statement, the 81-year-old leader said, “the stupid intention to mix Cubans in this matter is very clear.”

Some reports suggested that Cuban medical students were found at the FARC camp.

Earlier this month, Colombian forces entered Ecuadorian territory and attacked FARC, killing rebel leader Raul Reyes and several other leftist rebels. The attacks prompted Ecuador and Venezuela to send their own troops to their borders with Colombia.

The international community expressed its concern over sovereignty disputes.

Now, however, it appears that Cuba could lend a hand in restarting talks between Colombian officials and rebels for the release of hostages held by the guerrillas, said Piedre Cordoba, a leading negotiator.

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