Compulsory Military Service

Compulsory military service in Cuba raises concerns about transparency, safety, and accountability, with incidents of disappearances, accidents, and criticism against military practices.

Cubana in U.S. Army Responds to 'Traitor' Accusations: "I Was Never Revolutionary"

Published on 11/6/2026

Military Conscription in Cuba: Training or Exploitation? MINFAR's Boast Draws Backlash

Published on 7/15/2026

Young Cubans in Military Service Tasked with Cleaning Havana's Streets

Published on 6/25/2026

Compulsory Military Service: A Death Trap for Cuban Youth, Researcher Warns

Published on 4/5/2026

Families in Santiago de Cuba Express Concern Over Lack of Transparency in Youth Recruitment to Havana

Published on 1/31/2026

Mother Holds Military Officer Responsible for Son's Death During Service

Published on 11/23/2025

Two Military Service Recruits Killed in Bus Accident at Mariel Special Development Zone: What We Know So Far

Published on 5/27/2025

Mother of Soldier Killed in Holguín Explosion Rejects Official Ceremony: "It Was a Farce"

Published on 1/23/2025

Díaz-Canel Engages in Shooting Drills with UCI Students Against "Imperialism"

Published on 1/22/2025

MINFAR's Response to Criticisms Over Silence on 13 Missing After Holguín Explosions

Published on 1/15/2025

Missing Young Recruit in Havana Found Safe and Sound

Published on 1/9/2025

Cuban Soldier Collapses During Santa Ifigenia Cemetery Guard Ceremony

Published on 1/1/2025

Young Cuban Missing After Military Leave in Havana

Published on 12/5/2024

Officer Accuses Grandfather of Deceased Cuban Teen of "Defamation"

Published on 6/5/2024