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14 clusters · 40 sources · 63 days · First seen 2 months ago · Last updated 3 days ago

Categories: POLITICS

Cuban solidarity protests and diplomatic tensions worldwide

Entities: Cuba · United States · Abelardo De la Espriella Otero · Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla · Panamanian solidarity group

Overview

The solidarity movement that began with a rally in Bilbao in late May 2024 has grown into a trans‑Atlantic campaign denouncing the U.S. embargo on Cuba. A televised “Cadenazo por Cuba” broadcast in June spurred coordinated actions in Italy, Switzerland, Spain, Brazil and other European cities, while Brazil marked the centenary of Fidel Castro with light shows and a Brasília caravan. Early July saw protests in Avilés, Buenos Aires and Mexico City involving political parties, labour unions, cultural groups and religious organisations. From 3 to 5 July, Gijón hosted the XVIII Encuentro Estatal de Solidaridad con Cuba, gathering over 200 participants from 45 organisations; the event commemorated the 32nd anniversary of the sister‑city pact with Havana and featured Cuban officials condemning the blockade as a “war strategy.” On 17 July, a rally in Lanús screened the documentary *Unblock Cuba* and launched a fundraising drive for solar‑energy equipment. On 26 July 2024, anniversary rallies were held in Rio de Janeiro’s National Library, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower and at the Gabriel García Márquez Cultural Centre in Colombia. In Cuba, the Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos convened an international meeting in Pinar del Río, where President Miguel Díaz‑Canel warned that sanctions increase the risk of aggression. On 27 July 2026, demonstrations took place in more than 30 cities worldwide on National Rebellion Day. Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla called the U.S. embargo “genocidal” and urged its immediate end. Colombian president‑elect Abelardo de la Espriella Otero announced the closure of Colombia’s embassy in Havana and a severing of diplomatic ties; the Cuban foreign ministry dismissed the move as driven by U.S. anti‑Cuban policy.

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

[○ 1 SOURCE] Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla said Cuba will remain a symbol of solidarity and sovereignty. (Cuba’s foreign minister said Cuba would stay a symbol of solidarity and sovereignty.)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Rodríguez reported solidarity demonstrations took place in more than 30 cities worldwide. (Rodríguez said solidarity actions were held in over 30 cities globally.)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Colombian president‑elect Abelardo de la Espriella Otero announced he will close Colombia’s embassy in Havana and cut all diplomatic ties with Cuba. (Colombian president‑elect announced closure of its embassy in Havana and severing ties.)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Cuba’s Foreign Ministry rejected de la Espriella’s decision, calling it subordinate to U.S. anti‑Cuban policy. (Cuban foreign ministry rejected the Colombian president‑elect’s statements as subordination to U.S. policy.)
[○ 1 SOURCE] A Panamanian solidarity group issued a statement condemning the U.S. blockade of Cuba as a violation of international law and the UN Charter. (Panamanian solidarity group called the U.S. blockade a breach of international law and the UN Charter.)
[○ 1 SOURCE] The group said the blockade hampers Cuba’s access to medical supplies, financing, energy technologies and basic services. (Panamanian group noted blockade impacts Cuba’s medical, financial, energy, and basic service sectors.)
[○ 1 SOURCE] The group urged Panama’s foreign ministry to vote for lifting the blockade at the UN General Assembly in October. (Panamanian solidarity group called on Panama to support a UN vote to lift the blockade in October.)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Rodríguez described the U.S. embargo as a 'genocidal' policy against Cuba. (Cuban foreign minister labeled the U.S. blockade a genocidal policy.)

Timeline

3 days ago

[POLITICS] 28 sources
Cuba Gains International Solidarity Amid Criticism of US Blockade
Cuba’s foreign minister lauds global solidarity, while Colombia’s president‑elect plans to close its Havana embassy; a Panamanian group denounces the U.S. blockade and calls for UN action.
12 days ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Cuban Solidarity Rally in Lanús, Argentina Decries U.S. Blockade
A Lanús, Argentina rally organized by Casa de Amistad featured a documentary on Cuba, with Cuban officials condemning the U.S. blockade and announcing a fundraiser for solar equipment on the island.
16 days ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Cuba receives solidarity aid and protests in Spain
Charitable events in El Bierzo raised food aid for Havana, while a Las Palmas protest on 24 July denounced the U.S. embargo on Cuba.
19 days ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Elián González, Cuban Deputy, Warns of “Worst Siege” During Spain Visit
Elián González, now a Cuban deputy, warned of a severe “siege” on Cuba during a July visit to Spain, criticizing U.S. media and calling for solidarity.
21 days ago

[POLITICS] 6 sources
Cuban solidarity groups rally in Spain, Latin America against US blockade
Cuban solidarity events in Spain and Latin America denounced the U.S. blockade, with ICAP leaders meeting Basque groups and diaspora networks backing UN criticism of the embargo.
22 days ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Cuban Deputy Elián González denounces US embargo at solidarity meeting in Gijón
Cuban deputy Elián González condemned the US embargo at a solidarity event in Gijón, citing economic hardships and urging continued resistance.
26 days ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Gijón Hosts Solidarity Rally Over US Blockade of Cuba
Gijón hosted a three‑day solidarity rally with 200+ participants, citing US blockade impacts on Cuba and calling for renewed municipal cooperation.
28 days ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
Argentina and Mexico organise mass rallies supporting Cuba amid U.S. embargo
Pro‑Cuba rallies are set for Buenos Aires on July 4 and Mexico City, denouncing the U.S. embargo and urging solidarity with Cuba.
about 1 month ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Solidarity Rally for Cuba Held in Avilés, Spain
A rally in Avilés, Spain, on 1 July protested U.S. sanctions on Cuba, calling for an end to the blockade and defending Cuban sovereignty.
about 1 month ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
Cuban Solidarity Demonstrations Sweep Brazil's Major Cities
Brazilian groups projected pro‑Cuba messages in São Paulo and held a solidarity caravan in Brasília, condemning the U.S. embargo and supporting Cuba’s sovereignty and Venezuela.
about 1 month ago

[POLITICS] 4 sources
Cuba draws solidarity rallies in Switzerland, Spain, Brazil and marks 40 years of Brazil ties
Cuba saw solidarity rallies in Switzerland, Spain and Brazil as protests against U.S. sanctions continued, while Brazil and Cuba marked 40 years of restored diplomatic ties with a new cultural centre.
about 2 months ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
Cuban Solidarity Campaign Expands Across Europe and Latin America
Media and activist groups staged a coordinated “Cadenazo por Cuba” broadcast and the “Let Cuba Breathe” tour across Europe, protesting U.S. sanctions and urging global solidarity with Cuba.
about 2 months ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Pro‑Cuba rallies held in Donostia and Gasteiz protest US policies
Pro‑Cuba rallies in Donostia and Gasteiz condemned US interventions and called for regime change in Cuba, linking the cause to broader anti‑imperialist solidarity.
2 months ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
Bilbao rally on May 30 supports Cuban energy relief campaign
A May 30 rally in Bilbao closed a campaign raising funds for solar power in Cuban health centres, featuring Basque artists, a video from Aleida Guevara, and criticism of US sanctions on Cuba.

Sources

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