July 11 Protests
The "July 11 Protests" tag highlights ongoing developments from Cuba's significant anti-government demonstrations in 2021. Key themes include political imprisonment, international advocacy for detainees, harsh prison conditions, and calls for reform, with notable releases and new activist movements emerging.
"Dark Times Behind Bars: José Alejandro Rodríguez Gelín Shares His Prison Experience"
Published on 11/30/2025
Former Political Prisoner Andy García Lorenzo Unveils Identity of Prison Abuser
Published on 11/29/2025
Cuban Political Prisoner Yosvany Rosell García in Critical Condition with Kidney Failure After 37-Day Hunger Strike
Published on 11/29/2025
Yosvany Rosell Garcia's Health Deteriorates Severely After 35-Day Hunger Strike
Published on 11/27/2025
Fidel Castro's Influence Still Reverberates Nine Years After His Death, Claims Díaz-Canel
Published on 11/25/2025
Political Prisoner on Hunger Strike for Over 30 Days Moved to Intermediate Care
Published on 11/24/2025
Enrique Santos Defends Lina Luaces, Explains Symbolism Behind Miss Universe Costume
Published on 11/23/2025
Cuban Parolee Detained by ICE Deported to Mexico After Lengthy Ordeal
Published on 11/21/2025
United Nations Deems July 11 Protesters' Arrests in Cuba as "Arbitrary"
Published on 11/20/2025
U.S. Recognizes Credible Fear for Cuban 11J Protester Sentenced in Havana
Published on 9/26/2025
El Funky Celebrates Permanent Residency Victory in the U.S.
Published on 9/18/2025
Cuban Actor's Emotional Post Highlights Despair: "It's Not Sadness... It's Defeat"
Published on 9/9/2025
Cuban Influencer Shares Journey to Miami: "I Spent 18 Days Locked in a Room in That Country"
Published on 9/2/2025
Miami Jeweler Advises Cubans to Prioritize Family Over Protests
Published on 8/22/2025
U.S. Embassy Chief in Cuba: "Justice, Freedom, and Democracy are the Rights of the Cuban People"
Published on 8/23/2025
Father of July 11th Protester: "Your Fuel is Profiting from Our Suffering"
Published on 8/21/2025
Maylen Díaz Delgado's Defiant Plea to the U.S.: "I Won't Go Back to Cuba, Not Even Dead"
Published on 8/17/2025
Raúl Torres Defends Israel Rojas, Criticizes La Joven Cuba Over Controversial Interview
Published on 8/6/2025
Cuban Communist Party Official's False Claims: "No Shots Fired During Maleconazo or July 11 Protests"
Published on 8/5/2025
Cuban Man Stages Solo Protest Amid Blackout in Havana: "I'm Tired of This"
Published on 8/5/2025
Cuban Protests in July: 845 Documented Instances, 209 Direct Confrontations with Political Police
Published on 8/4/2025
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Honors Cuban Political Prisoner: "I Salute the Brave"
Published on 8/2/2025
Health Update on Young Cuban Prisoner on Hunger Strike
Published on 7/27/2025
Camagüey Court Shutters State Security Crime Division Due to Low Activity
Published on 7/25/2025
Cuban Repressor Detained in Miami Deported by U.S.
Published on 7/16/2025
Cuban Boxing Showdown: Gustavo Trujillo Challenges Leonardo "El Zambo" Perdomo After His Latest Knockout Victory
Published on 7/15/2025
Díaz-Canel Urges Action Against Regime Critics on Social Media and Streets
Published on 7/14/2025
Alina Bárbara Defiantly Stands Her Ground Amid Repressive Attempts
Published on 7/13/2025
Armando Labrador Responds to Being Labeled a "Terrorist" by Cuban Regime
Published on 7/13/2025
Ulises Toirac Advocates for an Inclusive Cuba: "From Communists to Annexationists"
Published on 7/13/2025
Lis Cuesta's Mocking Response to Sanctions Against Her and Díaz-Canel: "Too Late, He Was Already in New York"
Published on 7/12/2025
Mass Email Campaign Disrupts Cuban State System: Over 20,000 Messages Sent by Hackers
Published on 7/13/2025
Cuban-American Lawmakers Applaud Sanctions on Díaz-Canel and Military Elite: "Justice at Last"
Published on 7/13/2025
Javier Díaz Urges State Media Journalists in Cuba to Side with Truth
Published on 7/13/2025
Cuban Leadership Criticizes U.S. Sanctions: "We Cannot Be Defeated"
Published on 7/12/2025
U.S. Bars Díaz-Canel and Family from Entering the Country Amid Sanctions
Published on 7/11/2025
Military Forces Assert Dominance on July 11: "We Will Never Be Defeated"
Published on 7/11/2025
Cuban Artists and Influencers Reflect on Fourth Anniversary of July 11 Protests: "The Day We Came Closest to Freedom"
Published on 7/12/2025
Cuban Leader Díaz-Canel Claims Nation Stands "Strong" Four Years After July 11 Protests
Published on 7/11/2025
Maria Elvira Salazar to the Cuban People on July 11th: "Don't Lose Hope, a Free Cuba is Just Around the Corner"
Published on 7/12/2025
Cubans Demand Freedom: A Look Back at July 11
Published on 7/11/2025
ETECSA Denies Planned Maintenance on July 11, Labels Reports as "False Information"
Published on 7/10/2025
Marco Rubio Sends Heartfelt Message to Cuban Dissidents and Independent Journalists
Published on 7/10/2025
Spanish YouTubers Capture Stark Reality of Extreme Poverty in Havana
Published on 7/9/2025
Cuban Authorities Block Singer from Performing National Anthem at U.S. Celebration
Published on 7/4/2025
United States Calls for Global Action Following Assault on Cuban Dissident José Daniel Ferrer
Published on 6/30/2025
Mike Hammer's Trip to Varadero Sparks Criticism of Cuban Regime's Tactics
Published on 6/29/2025
Cuban Street Art: A New Wave of Graffiti Challenges the Regime
Published on 6/30/2025
Cuban Man Faces Over Five Years in Prison for Filming Gas Line in Santiago de Cuba
Published on 6/28/2025
Leoni Torres Unveils Repression Faced in Cuba for Supporting July 11 Protests: "I Know the True Face of the Dictatorship"
Published on 6/21/2025
Cuban Artist El Uniko Prioritizes Personal Freedom Amidst Criticism
Published on 6/17/2025
Johana Tablada Criticizes Mike Hammer Over Visit to San Antonio de los Baños, Birthplace of July 11 Protests
Published on 6/16/2025
Liuba María Hevia Lends Her Voice to Support Cuban Students
Published on 6/9/2025
Heartbreaking Exchange Between Cuban Mother and Son Goes Viral
Published on 5/22/2025
U.S. Embassy Chief in Havana Engages with Cuban Couple Following Direct Dialogue Invitation
Published on 5/16/2025
Journalist Javier Díaz Expresses Sadness Over Massive Cuban Parade: "Freedom Drifts Further Away"
Published on 5/3/2025
Descemer Bueno's Bold Retort to Communist Critic Who Claimed He'd Never Walk Havana's Streets Again
Published on 5/1/2025
Cuban Dissident Stabbed in Cienfuegos Condemns Release of Attackers and Missing Case File
Published on 4/25/2025
Cuba's Leader Díaz-Canel Vows to Conquer Social Media: "We Will Fight to Win"
Published on 4/12/2025
Cuban Leader Claims State Security is Globally Revered
Published on 4/2/2025
Anamely Ramos: Cuban Prisons Are Now Death Traps
Published on 3/29/2025
Emotional Arrival of Former Cuban Political Prisoner Angélica Garrido in Miami
Published on 3/23/2025
Silvio Rodríguez Criticizes Loss of National Dignity Following Lavish Festival del Habano Gala at the Capitol
Published on 3/4/2025
Cuban Government Allegedly Resumes Release of Political Prisoners
Published on 2/28/2025
Health of Cuban-German Political Prisoner Luis Frómeta Compte Worsens in Combinado del Este Prison
Published on 2/18/2025
Cuba's Struggles Captured in Makeup: Viral TikTok Video Resonates with Thousands
Published on 2/7/2025
Cuba's Recent Inmate Releases: Most Were Already Eligible for Freedom
Published on 2/6/2025
Political Prisoners Saylí Navarro and Sissi Abascal Denied Reduced Sentences
Published on 1/24/2025
Release of Rescuer from Saratoga Hotel Explosion Imprisoned for July 11 Protests in Cuba
Published on 1/22/2025
José Daniel Ferrer Challenges Díaz-Canel with Call for Free Elections
Published on 1/22/2025
Released Over 100 Political Prisoners in Cuba Following Talks with the U.S. and Vatican
Published on 1/20/2025
Yoennis Domínguez de la Rosa Released After Filming Police Clashes in Santiago de Cuba
Published on 1/19/2025
El Yonki's Heartfelt Visit to Cuba: A Time for Dominoes and Family
Published on 1/19/2025
Professor Pedro Albert Refuses Probation: "I Won't Be Used as a Bargaining Chip"
Published on 1/18/2025
Cuban Government Releases Political Prisoner Luis Robles on Parole
Published on 1/17/2025
Donaida Pérez's Determined Stand for Cuban Freedom After Release from Prison
Published on 1/15/2025
Descemer Bueno Calls for Freedom in Cuba Amidst Dispute with Michel Mirabal
Published on 1/5/2025
A Cuban Mother's 2025 Wish: "Freedom for My Son"
Published on 1/2/2025
Buena Fe Stands Firm in Cuba Amidst "Criminal Economic Blockade"
Published on 12/28/2024
Parents of Cuban Political Prisoner Andy García Protest Outside Santa Clara Prison: "I Want My Son Alive"
Published on 12/12/2024
Cuban Regime's Human Rights Claims Clash with Reality, Critics Say
Published on 12/11/2024
U.S. Demands Release of Political Prisoners in Cuba: "Their Families Continue to Suffer"
Published on 12/12/2024
Maikel Herrera, Human Rights Advocate in Cuba, Passes Away
Published on 12/8/2024
U.S. Officials Meet with Families of Cuban Political Prisoners in Havana
Published on 12/7/2024
José Daniel Ferrer Embarks on Hunger Strike in Santiago de Cuba Prison
Published on 12/6/2024
Independent Journalist Camila Acosta Unveils State Security Enforcer
Published on 12/5/2024
OAS Chief Condemns Death of Cuban Political Prisoner Manuel de Jesús Guillén Esplugas Following July 11 Protests
Published on 12/5/2024
Mother Accuses Cuban Regime of Torturing and Murdering Her Son in Prison
Published on 12/4/2024
Aymée Nuviola Voices Outrage Over Death of Cuban Political Prisoner Guillén Esplugas
Published on 12/4/2024
Rising Outrage Over Death of Nicolás Guillén's Great-Grandson in Cuban Prison
Published on 12/3/2024
Cuban Leadership Reassigns Communist Party's Ideological Head to Ambassador Role in Vietnam
Published on 11/28/2024
José Daniel Ferrer Suffered Facial Injury After Beating in Santiago de Cuba Prison
Published on 11/24/2024
Cuban Prosecutors Issue Stern Warning: "Rights Exist, But Know Your Limits"
Published on 11/14/2024
Political Prisoner from July 11 Protests Shares Harrowing Testimony at European Parliament Forum for a Free Cuba
Published on 11/13/2024
Amnesty International Urges Global Support for Human Rights in Cuba
Published on 11/5/2024
Manuel Milanés Criticizes Lack of Action on Cuban Political Prisoners: “July 11th Came and Went, and We Didn’t Act”
Published on 10/31/2024
Non-Governmental Organization Reports Numerous Protests in Cuba Amid Widespread Blackout
Published on 10/29/2024
Mother of Cuban Political Prisoner Suffers Stroke After Learning of Son's Beating
Published on 10/24/2024
Cubans React to Díaz-Canel's Threats: "He's Put on His Killing Suit"
Published on 10/21/2024
Cuban Leader Threatens Crackdown on Protests Amid Power System Collapse
Published on 10/21/2024
Cuban Political Prisoner Vanishes After Reaching Florida Key
Published on 10/19/2024
Carlos Varela Teases New Song with a Provocative Preview
Published on 10/19/2024
Joint Surveillance by MININT and CDR in Santa Clara's El Condado
Published on 10/15/2024
Political Prisoner Lisdani Rodríguez Speaks Out: "They Have Destroyed My Youth"
Published on 10/13/2024
Nelva Ortega Stages Rainy Protest Outside Santiago de Cuba's Mar Verde Prison
Published on 10/11/2024
Former Cuban Prosecutor Enters the U.S. Through CBP One Appointment
Published on 9/30/2024
Cuban Government Extends Duty-Free Import of Food, Hygiene Products, Medicines, and Medical Supplies for Non-Commercial Use
Published on 9/29/2024
Protester from July 11th Faces 10 Years in Prison if Deported Back to Cuba
Published on 9/16/2024
Jorge Fernández Era Resigns from UNEAC Following Expulsion of Alina Bárbara López
Published on 9/16/2024
Lis Cuesta Expresses Gratitude Towards Her Bodyguards: "They Give So Much for So Little"
Published on 9/6/2024
Political Prisoner from July 11 Protests Passes Away: Suffered from Depression, Attempted Suicide Twice
Published on 8/27/2024
Lizandra Góngora Reunites with Her Children in Isla de la Juventud Prison
Published on 8/8/2024
Cuban Regime to Prosecute Former July 11 Protester for Anti-Constitutional Propaganda
Published on 8/7/2024
Luis Manuel Otero Reaches Out After Over Ten Days on Hunger Strike
Published on 7/31/2024
Cuban Dissident José Daniel Ferrer Marks 54th Birthday in Mar Verde Prison
Published on 7/30/2024
Free Food Package Including Sardines to Be Distributed in Sancti Spíritus for July 26th
Published on 7/22/2024
Priest Urges Families of Cuban Political Prisoners: "Do Not Be Ashamed of Them"
Published on 7/12/2024
Miami Hosts Procession for Our Lady of Charity, Advocating for Cuba's Freedom on 11J Anniversary
Published on 7/12/2024
Cubans Demand System Change on Social Media: "11J Continues"
Published on 7/11/2024
Cuban Artists Reflect on Historic July 11 Protests: "It's Not Over"
Published on 7/11/2024
ETECSA Denies Internet Disruptions Due to Maintenance on July 11
Published on 7/11/2024
New Independent Organization, Citizenship and Freedom, Advocates for Political Participation Rights in Cuba
Published on 7/7/2024
UN Body Demands Release of 17 July 11 Protesters in Cuba
Published on 7/5/2024
Son of Professor Pedro Albert Exposes Dire Conditions of His Father in Prison
Published on 6/16/2024
Pregnant Cuban Political Prisoner Lisdani Rodríguez Isaac Describes Harsh Prison Life
Published on 6/16/2024
Cuban Authorities Arrest Eleven Protesters in Cienfuegos, Impose Bail of 200,000 Pesos
Published on 6/5/2024
Cuban Regime Releases Pregnant Political Prisoner from July 11 Protests
Published on 5/29/2024
ETECSA Admits Fraud Losses from Overseas and Acknowledges Mobile Service Issues
Published on 5/26/2024
Fernando Bécquer Now Works in Waste Management After Sexual Abuse Conviction
Published on 5/22/2024