Historical moment: the American flag back in Cuba!!

After so many years, the American flag is back in Cuba.

Here are some articles to read:

• Marines who removed flag at U.S. Embassy in Havana see it raised again (CNN) video to watch 

• The Guardian: American flag raised as US embassy reopens in Cuba  

• ABC News: Why these Cubans are rocking the American flag  

• The Washington Post: Kerry calls for democracy as US flag rises in Cuba

And now what is the difference between the verbs 'raise' and 'rise'? What are the opposites?