Journalist Henry Constantín released from punishment cell in Cuba

Independent journalist Henry Constantín has been moved out of a punishment cell at the Kilo 7 prison in Camagüey, Cuba, though he remains in provisional detention. His partner, journalist Alejandra García, reported that while Constantín is calm, his defense team has raised concerns regarding irregularities in the legal process.

The defense has filed a complaint regarding the refusal to admit witnesses in the case involving alleged disobedience. Although a habeas corpus petition was denied, the legal action allowed the defense to locate Constantín’s case file, which had previously been difficult to access.

Additionally, Constantín reported that a knife was found among his belongings. His legal team has questioned why fingerprint analysis was not conducted on the object. The case is expected to return to the Prosecutor's Office this week before moving to a municipal court, with a trial potentially occurring in approximately two months.