Cuban maritime migration to Mexico

Overview

Cuban migrants attempting to reach Mexico via small vessels have been intercepted by maritime authorities in the waters near the Yucatán Peninsula.

On October 22, a single Cuban migrant was rescued by a container ship approximately 352 kilometers northeast of Progreso. The individual was treated for dehydration and sun exposure at a naval hospital and placed in the custody of the National Institute of Migration. Five other members of the group remain missing.

On October 25, the Mexican Navy rescued 10 Cuban men drifting in a wooden vessel 12 nautical miles south of Isla Mujeres. The group, who had been adrift for four days in adverse conditions, was spotted by a cruise ship. One individual received treatment for severe dehydration. The migrants, hailing from regions including Pinar del Río and Isla de la Juventud, are under the custody of the National Institute of Migration, with some expressing interest in seeking asylum.

Entities

Cuba · National Institute of Migration · Mexican Navy · Fermín Izquierdo · Yucatán

Timeline

1 day ago

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Mexican Navy rescues 10 Cuban migrants near Isla Mujeres
The Mexican Navy rescued 10 Cuban migrants drifting for four days near Isla Mujeres after they were spotted by a cruise ship. The group is now in the custody of migration authorities.
4 days ago

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Cuban migrant rescued off Yucatán coast as others remain missing
A Cuban migrant was rescued 352 kilometers from Progreso, Yucatán, by a container ship; five other individuals from the group remain missing.

Sources

14ymedio.com · caribeactual.com · cubaheadlines.com · cubanosporelmundo.com · estosdias.com.mx · lahora.gt · lectormx.com · radiomagallanes.cl · xeu.mx