Former President of Uruguay Jose Mujica died at the age of 90.

Uruguayan President Yamando Orsi announced on Tuesday, May 13, that former leader Jose Mujica, who suffered from cancer, died at the age of 90.

"It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our colleague Mujica. President, activist, leader and leader. We will miss you very much, dear old man," he wrote on his Facebook page. Twitter).

Orsi thanked the deceased for all his achievements and for his deep love for the people of Uruguay.

In 2024, 89-year-old Mujica was diagnosed with esophageal cancer, the course of the disease was complicated by the presence of an immune disease. In January of this year, Mujica said goodbye to his compatriots and decided not to continue cancer treatment. He asked for privacy and peace.

"And a warrior has the right to rest," the ex-president said.

Former Uruguayan President Jose Mujica served from 2010 to 2015.