# Cuba Prevention Troops 45th anniversary

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cuba-prevention-troops-45th-anniversary
> Updated: 2026-09-13T13:07:37.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The Cuban Ministry of the Revolutionary Armed Forces (MINFAR) commemorated the 45th anniversary of the Prevention Troops, an elite unit established by Raúl Castro on September 11, 1981. Operating under Military Counterintelligence (CIM), the unit is responsible for maintaining military discipline, overseeing resources, and tracking deserters.

During the anniversary celebrations, General Raúl Castro issued a letter praising the discipline and professionalism of both combatants and civilian workers for their role in protecting the population and ensuring stability. As a tribute, the unit was awarded a replica of the yacht Granma.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-13: Military honors in Cuba and defense of troops in Ceuta

Raúl Castro honored Cuba's Prevention Troops on their 45th anniversary, while Spain's Defense General Staff defended the professionalism of military personnel in Ceuta against recent criticisms.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/military-honors-in-cuba-and-defense-of-troops-in-ceuta

### 2026-09-11: Cuba celebrates 45th anniversary of Prevention Troops

Cuba's Ministry of the Revolutionary Armed Forces celebrated the 45th anniversary of the Prevention Troops, an elite unit established by Raúl Castro that has faced U.S. sanctions for internal repression.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cuba-celebrates-45th-anniversary-of-prevention-troops

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