82-year old Cuban president Raul Castro is suggesting there might be a big announcement this weekend when he is sworn in for a new term, saying he has the right to retire.

Castro made his comments whilst making a joint appearance with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev in Havana.

Older Brother Fidel Castro retired in 2006 after a lengthy illness.  Together, the Castro Brothers have ruled Cuba for more than five decades.  Much of that time has been spent struggling under withering U.S.-led economic sanctions, which specifically stipulate the rule of the Castro Brothers.