An organization known as Clandestinos set ablaze a sign belonging to the Communist Youth League (UJC) early Tuesday morning at the entrance of Güira de Melena, a municipality in the province of Artemisa. Activist Yoel González Veloso confirmed this incident on Facebook.
"Güira de Melena is active, I just received this video from the local Clandestinos. It happened early this morning, and more actions are planned," González wrote, sharing footage of the burning sign located along the highway that links the town with San Antonio de los Baños.
The billboard, which displayed UJC propaganda and slogans about "revolutionary continuity," was completely destroyed by fire. According to social media accounts, the blaze ignited around 3:00 a.m.
This episode marks another appearance by Clandestinos, a group known for its anonymous protests and symbolic acts of sabotage against government propaganda. Since 2020, they have gained attention for spreading images of José Martí busts covered in red paint as a protest against repression in Cuba.
This incident occurs amidst a climate of heightened political tension following the capturing of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and increasing pressure from Washington on the Cuban regime.
Understanding the Impact of Clandestinos' Actions in Cuba
Who are the Clandestinos in Cuba?
Clandestinos is a group known for its anonymous protests and symbolic acts of defiance against the Cuban government's propaganda. They gained notoriety in 2020 for vandalizing José Martí busts with red paint.
What was the significance of setting fire to the UJC sign?
The act of burning a UJC propaganda sign is a symbolic protest against the Cuban regime's messages of revolutionary continuity and represents growing dissent within the country.
How has the international climate influenced the actions of Clandestinos?
The actions by Clandestinos come at a time of increased political tension, particularly following the capture of Nicolás Maduro and heightened pressures from Washington, which may be fueling internal dissent in Cuba.