On Wednesday, the Cuban government unveiled an updated version of its National List of Individuals and Entities Linked to Terrorism. Published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Cuba, this list identifies 62 individuals and 20 entities accused of involvement or association with alleged terrorist activities. The document claims these individuals have been "subjected to criminal investigations" and are "sought by Cuban authorities for their involvement in acts of terrorism." This list has been officially submitted to the United Nations (UN), as stated in the document.
The Ministry of the Interior (MININT) expressed its grievances on the social media platform X, highlighting the "impunity" that, according to them, shields individuals responsible for terrorist acts operating from the United States. "Cuba denounces the impunity of terrorists operating from the U.S. for over 60 years. Plans, actions, and encouragement of violent acts continue while American authorities remain inactive against the perpetrators," the ministry noted.
Prominent Figures Named in the List
The resolution, identified as number 13/2025 by the Ministry of the Interior, provides names, surnames, and residences of 62 individuals, primarily Cuban exiles residing in the United States and other nations. This list includes well-known figures from political activism, historical exile, and the Cuban digital sphere. Most of the names have remained unchanged from the list published by the Cuban government in 2023.
Among those named are:
- Pedro Remón Crispín Rodríguez
- José Francisco Hernández Calvo
- Manuel Pérez Alzugaray
The resolution links those mentioned to criminal records involving alleged attacks, sabotage of the national electrical system, armed infiltrations, and promotion of actions against state institutions. Many cases refer to events from the 1990s, 2000s, or 2010s, with several files mentioning the organization of actions from the United States funded by external sources.
Entities Accused of Terrorism
The list also designates 20 entities as "terrorists," all based outside Cuba, mainly in Florida. These include:
- ALPHA-66
- Fundación Nacional Cubano Americana (FNCA)
- Ex Club (Asociación de Ex Prisioneros y Combatientes Políticos Cubanos)
According to the document, these organizations "organize, fund, provide means, and execute actions against the security of the Cuban state." The resolution asserts that all cases included meet the designation criteria set by international and Cuban standards, although no public evidence or supporting documents are provided.
The resolution took effect the day it was published and was communicated to the country's judicial, prosecutorial, and financial bodies.
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Understanding Cuba's Terrorist List
What criteria does Cuba use to designate someone as a terrorist?
According to the Cuban government, individuals are designated as terrorists based on their involvement in acts that threaten the security of the state. However, specific evidence or documents supporting these claims are not publicly disclosed.
Why does Cuba accuse individuals in the United States of terrorism?
Cuba claims that certain individuals operating from the United States have been involved in organizing, funding, and executing actions against the Cuban state, with a history spanning over 60 years.