Cuba has been engulfed in widespread protests across various cities, including Santiago, Bayamo, Granma, and Havana, sparked by power outages affecting almost the whole country since Saturday at 23:00 (03:00 GMT) and severe food shortages amid a dire economic crisis. The protests have seen hundreds of thousands of Cubans taking to the streets, demanding an end to the murderous Communist Castro dictatorship. The situation has prompted international concern, with U.S. Representative Carlos Giménez, a Miami Congress member born in Cuba, calling for the Biden Administration to provide satellite internet access to support the protestors and condemn the regime's attempts to suppress the protests by curtailing mobile internet service. Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has acknowledged the public's grievances, emphasizing dialogue in an atmosphere of tranquility and peace, while protestors chant slogans like 'Down with Communism' and 'Down with Diaz-Canel' in massive anti-regime protests. The U.S. has urged the Cuban government to respect the human rights of the protestors, as the Castro regime mobilizes police, military, and special forces against them. The situation recalls the grim aftermath of the 2021 protests, with global calls for action against Cuba's human rights abuses.
Cubans, who have no legal means of expressing opposition, crowd into the streets and demand liberty anyway https://t.co/vDPPtWMjLa
Cuba summons top US diplomat, accuses US of stoking protests https://t.co/6eZRSc5ony
#Cuba summoned the US ambassador to complain about a tweet about the protests. Here’s the Biden administration’s response: https://t.co/Hp8AEw77Hg
Unprecedented protest grips eastern Cuba amidst power outages and food scarcity https://t.co/NvUo5O5GQW https://t.co/XNYUdDn7GT
The United States stands with the Cuban people as they exercise their rights to assemble peacefully. The Cuban government will not be able to meet the needs of its people until it embraces democracy and the rule of law and respects the rights of Cuban citizens.
I stand with the people of Cuba as they take to the streets against an oppressive and tyrannical regime and fight for their freedom. Someone needs to wake Biden up from his nap and explain to him the importance of granting internet access to the island. #SOSCuba
In Cuba, hundreds take to the streets in rare protests as economic crisis deepens https://t.co/YLYo3VpTLT via @nbcnews
Cuba's government says U.S. stoked five protests at weekend https://t.co/2q28dxvjAR https://t.co/H5TLIsoPVv
Three years ago, the people of Cuba rose up and demanded freedom. Sadly, the Castro legacy lives on, and the Diaz-Canel regime has only tightened its grip on power. We must stand with the people of Cuba and their cry for liberty. #CubaLibre https://t.co/fLucZJTa8H
BREAKING: US says Cuba protests show ‘dire situation,’ rejects involvement READ: https://t.co/eBQZrCtY2z https://t.co/uaRz0a98vx
Cubans carried out protests in at least four cities on Sunday, my story. https://t.co/YmDF31eWWc
⚠️ CUBA'S GOVERNMENT SAYS U.S. STOKED FIVE PROTESTS AT WEEKEND Full Story → https://t.co/axy8yj5I02 Cuba's government confirmed on Monday that five protests had taken place across the island on Sunday and warned citizens against what it said were lies and exaggerations on… https://t.co/VMCpnY0Re1
Cubans stage rare protests amid persisting economic crisis https://t.co/HV1omrK3D7 https://t.co/Gd5D3vZgK7
Developing Story - Like many Miamians, we’re watching the protests in Cuba with the safety of our families and friends present. We applaud the courage of Cubans demanding change and accountability from the regime. https://t.co/VPmv3MvFjA
Developing Story - Like many Miamians, we’re watching the protests in Cuba with the safety of our families and friends present. We applaud the courage of Cubans demanding change and accountability from the the regime. https://t.co/VPmv3MvFjA
The Cuban people demand freedom. Every human being has the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. It’s time for us to lift our voices with them. #CubaLibre https://t.co/WVN63uP66r
Here’s Why Cuba is Breaking Out Into Protests, Again: https://t.co/vfo3emTZBe
Florida Lawmakers @RepMariaSalazar, @MarioDiazDB, @RepCarlos Rally Behind Pro-Freedom Cuba Protestors Reported by @MateoGuillamont via @Floridianpress https://t.co/cTQgzPeVFv #FlPol #CubaPaLaCalle
Cuba: street protests in the east of the island over blackouts and food shortages. You have to be both brave and desperate to protest in Cuba, as these people are. https://t.co/8weSfLotvM via @bpolitics
🚨#BREAKING: Cubans are protesting on the streets due to a shortage of food Four representatives of the Communist Party were forced to flee to a roof while the people screams 'Nobody chose you' https://t.co/IW3o4zSfLN
‘We are hungry’: Cubans take to the streets in the second-largest city to protest https://t.co/nkq5xdDcfo
The Miami-Dade Democratic Party is proud to stand in unwavering support of the Cuban people as they take to the streets against failures of communism and demand their freedom. The authoritarian regime must end. 🇨🇺 #PatriayVida #LibertadParaCuba #CubaPaLaCalle #SOSCuba
Cubans exercise their right to protest and the government confirms its intention not to make changes. Without assuming responsibility for the economic and social failure, Cuba regimen blames the outside world and calls them "terrorists" https://t.co/7v6yAf08Jr #Cuba https://t.co/RnDONOKuoz
🚨Want to know how 🇺🇸 can help the people of 🇨🇺 immediately?🆘 Listen to 180+ countries who demand an end to the collective punishment embargo and the Trump/Biden "maximum pressure" sanctions (which @SecPompeo said are intended to "starve" Cubans!) https://t.co/Dk71VbfRfN https://t.co/2qvLXhUXxj https://t.co/o7V8YWIGoq
🚨#SOSCuba🚨 In @WSJ: Communist #Cuba Curtails Mobile Internet Service as Protesters Take to Streets https://t.co/rcp4lcTnr5
Hundreds in Cuba's second-largest city, Santiago, engaged in a rare public protest, according to social media and official reports, prompting Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel to call for dialogue in an 'atmosphere of tranquility and peace' https://t.co/K74BB9qdD1
🚨 CUBANS HIT STREETS AGAIN: FACING GHOSTS OF 2021’S BRUTAL CRACKDOWN Protests flare up in Cuba, recalling the grim aftermath of 2021 - over 1,400 detained, torture cases, and silenced artists. As tensions soar, global calls for action against Cuba’s human rights abuses… https://t.co/uAiybzgDYG
Cubans stage rare street protest over power blackouts https://t.co/02GS2kziNv
Mass-protests start against the communist regime in Cuba People have taken to the streets in: • Bayamo • Ciego de Avila • Holguin • Santiago • Granma The woman on the video has had enough, screaming: “Down with communism! Down with Diaz-Canal!" https://t.co/QRy4W9ZgG1
BREAKING: 4 representatives of the Cuban Communist Party in the town of El Cobre have been forced to flee up to the roof of the party headquarters after protesters gathered around the building and started chanting: “NO ONE ELECTED THEM” Cuba is ready https://t.co/jTLQ0qafxL
🚨🇨🇺CUBA with "DOWN WITH DICTATORSHIP" and "DOWN WITH COMMUNISM" TRENDING ON X Is a revolution stirring in Cuba? "Abajo el Comunismo! Abajo la Dictadura! Viva Cuba Libre!" Photos: Archived https://t.co/Ap3xCICcD5
🚨🇨🇺CUBAN PRESIDENT RESPONDS TO PROTESTS: I HEAR A FEW PEOPLE HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT STARVING... Miguel Diaz-Canel: "Several people have expressed their dissatisfaction with the situation of electrical service and food distribution. The disposition of the authorities of the… https://t.co/bMcLIs4VWv https://t.co/XsggR4SHXS
Cuba’s state-run telecommunications company curtailed mobile internet service in parts of the island as hundreds took to the streets to protest power outages and lack of food https://t.co/UQb4QAAaDl https://t.co/UQb4QAAaDl
over 6 decades of communist rule that has proven time and time again to serve only those in power while the rest of the nation suffers. the people have had it! #CubaPaLaCalle #AbajoLaDictadura https://t.co/EI6pz3vkjC
Tree'd? The Cuban Communist Party's 4 representatives in the city of El Cobre surrounded on a rooftop by a crowd shouting "Nobody Elected Them!" #VivaCubaLibre https://t.co/qBsXmaxFTE
🇨🇺 | URGENTE: Los cuatro representantes del Partido Comunista en la ciudad de El Cobre han quedado rodeados por el pueblo en una azotea mientras le gritan “NADIE LOS ELIGIÓ”. Cuba está harta de la dictadura. Son grandiosas las imágenes que están llegando. https://t.co/dIMeeKUdPY
#Castro regime unleashes police, military & special forces on pro democracy protestors chanting "Down with dictatorship" & "Down with Communism" #VivaCubaLibre https://t.co/RETnktnPL9
The 🇺🇸 could turn Cuba towards true freedom & democracy by bringing them aid and supporting their efforts for regime change Let’s show them what prosperity and generosity can be generated when they are free @JoeBiden this is the biggest opportunity you have in 2024 https://t.co/9pQXLgdhfE
Anti-regime peaceful but angry protests again in #Cuba — and the cowards shutting down internet access to commit atrocities in the dark blaming the US government & celebrating the “re-election” of Putin. Son los mismos pero el pueblo no. Cubans demand change. #CubaPaLaCalle https://t.co/qUw2qVidAY
BREAKING NEWS🚨: Chants of Libertad are filling the streets of Havana Cuba as Cubans seek freedom from a leftist tyrannical government. Could a libertarian revolución be headed for 🇨🇺? I pray @JMilei is contagious. https://t.co/izBJKBVMyW
“EL PUEBLO UNIDO JAMÁS SERÁ VENCIDO”, se está viviendo una noche histórica en Cuba. El pueblo cubano ha perdido el miedo a la dictadura. Se siguen reportando protestas en varias ciudades y la noche apenas está comenzando. #CubaPaLaCalle 🇨🇺 https://t.co/lhSsbbMZOR
🚨The brutal regime in #Cuba is blaming the Cuban exile community in #Florida for the protests overtaking the island. The Cuban people are tired of 64 years of murderous Communist oppression — they want freedom & we must help the Cuban people in their quest for liberty!
We are aware of reports of peaceful protests in Santiago, Bayamo, Granma, and elsewhere in Cuba, with citizens protesting the lack of food and electricity. We urge the Cuban government to respect the human rights of the protestors and address the legitimate needs of the Cuban…
.@RepCarlos calls on “the Biden Administration to do the right thing and provide the island of Cuba with satellite internet to stop the repression of the dictatorial regime.” https://t.co/3v1DmYwahS
🚨#SOSCuba🚨 The Cuban people want freedom and the end of the murderous Communist regime that oppresses them. https://t.co/xD0zIqYQld
🇨🇺 | URGENTE: El pueblo cubano se acaba de tirar a las calles en Bayamo, a pesar de la dura presencia militar. Ya es la segunda ciudad que sale a protestar al grito de LIBERTAD. Por favor, no abandonemos al pueblo de Cuba. Compartamos lo que está pasando. https://t.co/7znqeZKIz4
Protestas en Cuba por cortes de energía y escasez de alimentos, según muestran varios videos https://t.co/30QkQlOCuL
🚨#SOSCuba🚨 Afrocuban woman shouts: “Down with Communism! Down with Diaz-Canel!” at massive anti-regime protest in Santiago de #Cuba! https://t.co/qmbDvUoMp9
🚨#SOSCuba🚨 The Castro regime is mobilizing its secret police to brutalize & jail those who have taken to the streets demanding freedom. The regime is SHUTTING DOWN the internet to get away with murder. I’m calling on the Biden Admin to provide satellite internet access now!
🚨#SOSCuba🚨 My name is Carlos Giménez. I was born in Cuba & was forced from home shortly after the Communist takeover. Today, I represent Miami in Congress. The Cuban people are being brutalized in the streets right now by the Communist regime. SHARE & RETWEET their videos!
🚨#SOSCuba🚨 NOW: 100,000s of Cubans have taken to the streets protesting the murderous Communist Castro dictatorship. Now, the regime is SHUTTING DOWN the internet to stop protestors from organizing. The Cuban people want to be FREE & the US must PROVIDE internet access!
🚨#SOSCuba🚨 NOW: 100,000s of Cubans have taken to the streets to protesting the murderous Communist Castro dictatorship. Now, the regime is SHUTTING DOWN the internet to stop protestors from organizing. The Cuban people want to be FREE & the US must PROVIDE internet access!
🚨#SOSCuba🚨 Ilhan Omar & Pramila Jayapal traveled to Havana to meet in secret with the murderous regime brutalizing the people of #Cuba in the streets RIGHT NOW! The Cuban people are demanding FREEDOM, POWER, & FOOD! https://t.co/ZSUS9bJrN9
⚠️⚠️#Ahora. Continúan llegando imágenes desde Santiago de Cuba… el pueblo cara a cara frente a los esbirros! Video. Marti Noticas #CubaPaLaCalle https://t.co/8GXT5WzAEk
#EnVideo. Se escucha “Patria y Vida” durante la masiva protesta de hoy en Santiago de Cuba. #CiberCubaNoticias https://t.co/Pk77P5eshR
Large swathes of Cuba have been hit by power outages, authorities said, as the country grapples with a dire economic crisis. "Almost the whole country has been affected since Saturday at 23:00 (03:00 GMT)", the Energy Minister told state television. ➡️ https://t.co/KFXtGT1WVL https://t.co/h1dTMjLHfx