The Cuban activist Anna Sofía Benítez Silvente, widely recognized online as Anna Bensi, delivered a bold message to State Security after revealing that her mother, Caridad "Cary" Silvente, endured a two-hour interrogation by the regime's agents, which she described as an attempt to intimidate.
Following the questioning, Bensi took to social media to share that her mother had been summoned to a State Security unit from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., where she was reportedly subjected to pressure and threats by officials.
"My mother was clearly summoned with the aim of intimidating, pressuring, and destabilizing her. She was held for two hours during the interrogation," the activist asserted.
Bensi reported that her mother was accused of revealing the identity of a State Security agent, and authorities warned her that should anything happen to the officer's family, she would be held accountable.
The activist further revealed that her mother was informed she must return in five days with legal representation and faces potential measures such as house arrest and a travel ban, while a legal process, which officials indicated could span several years, is underway.
"If anything happens to my mother or me, it will be your fault," Bensi declared, addressing State Security directly.
In her message, the dissident also questioned the legality of the summons given to her mother, stating it was poorly drafted and lacked a clear reason for the interrogation.
"You can imprison and kill people, but you cannot kill ideas," Bensi proclaimed, concluding her address with calls against the Cuban regime and in support of the freedom of political prisoners and the country.
The U.S. Embassy in Cuba has demanded that the Cuban regime cease its intimidation tactics against young content creator Anna Bensi and her mother, Caridad "Cary" Silvente, following the police interrogation and judicial threats they face in Havana.
In a message shared on the social platform X, the U.S. diplomatic mission directly challenged the actions of the Cuban authorities against the two women.
Anna Bensi's Stand Against State Intimidation
Why was Anna Bensi's mother interrogated by State Security?
Anna Bensi's mother, Caridad "Cary" Silvente, was interrogated for allegedly exposing a State Security agent, which authorities claimed could endanger the agent's family.
What actions did the U.S. Embassy take regarding Anna Bensi's situation?
The U.S. Embassy in Cuba demanded that the Cuban regime stop its intimidation of Anna Bensi and her mother, highlighting the unjust police interrogation and threats they are facing.
What potential legal measures does Caridad Silvente face?
Caridad Silvente has been warned she might face house arrest and a travel ban, with a legal process that could take years to resolve.