Reactions to Fidel Castro's death reflect contrast between present and future US Presidents

However, statements from both camps did reach out to the Cuban people to work for a better future between the two countries.

World leaders have expressed sorrow at the death of Cuban leader Fidel Castro, including the President of the United States Barack Obama, who has offered condolences to Castro's family.

President Obama has acknowledged that "the relationship between the United States and Cuba was marked by discord and profound political disagreements", but also highlighted that his administration has worked hard to put the past behind us".