Uzbekistan’s President Islam Karimov makes a statement at the Kremlin in Moscow, April 15, 2013. Picture: REUTERS/Grigory Dukor

The Cuban Council of State has declared official mourning for the death of the President of Uzbekistan, Islam Karimov.

During the state mourning, established from 06:00 to 12:00 September 5, the Cuban Flag will be hosted at half-mast in all public and military facilities.