Clashes between agents of the Cuban regime and civilians occurred near CUJAE in Havana, according to videos that began circulating on social media this Sunday, showing moments of high tension in the area.
Pablo Mendoza reported on Facebook that agents of the Cuban regime used firearms during the confrontation with the civilian population.
"How long will this continue for you with the people? You don’t believe in children, women, or the elderly. Look at this at CUJAE, how they treat people like animals. It's not enough for them to make the people suffer; they also have to mistreat them. My people need freedom," Mendoza wrote in his post.
The internet user accompanied their complaint with several photographs showing shell casings, allegedly recovered from the area of the confrontation, and videos documenting the violence of the events.
In the shared videos, Mendoza highlighted aspects that demonstrate the intensity of the confrontation, mentioning "gunfire" and the use of "shotguns," in a context where minors and women were present.
“They are abusers,” Mendoza repeated several times, condemning the police actions. At another point, he stated, “This is in Cuba, the police hitting women,” referring to the violence used during the confrontation.
The complainant indicated that the officers "were hitting people," as he explained, "because people were making money selling gasoline."
Journalist Mario Pentón reported on social media platform X: “Today, clashes occurred between agents of the Cuban regime and the civilian population in the CUJAE area. I've received these videos from there. I'm awaiting more information to share, but the imbalance in the use of force is evident.”
In November, the Cuban police suppressed a protest in Boyeros against the blackouts, which have already lasted six days in some areas of the capital.
Reports from La Hora de Cuba indicate that at 9:00 am, a group of residents on 5th Street between A and B, in the municipality of Boyeros, blocked Boyeros Avenue to protest against the lack of electricity.
The protesters pointed out that the situation has become unbearable. "Our food has gone bad, and we have no access to drinking water. It's inhumane to live like this, while right across the street there is a store with electricity," shared one of the protesters, visibly upset by the disparity in services.
Moreover, some workers from the well-known fair at 100 and Boyeros confirmed the incident, stating that the protesters blocked not only the avenue but also one of the main routes that connects to the 100 bridge.
The response from the Cuban government's repressive forces was immediate. Witnesses reported that the protesters were beaten by the police. "We saw how they were hitting those who were protesting," said a local worker quoted by the independent media.
Recently, a woman led an anti-government protest on Monday in the central Enramadas street in Santiago de Cuba, where she began shouting slogans like "Down with communism!" while waiting in line for pension payments.
The incident took place during the day, coinciding with the anniversary of Fidel Castro's death, which led regime supporters to respond with shouts of "Long live Fidel!" while the protester continued her solitary demonstration, reported journalist Yosmany Mayeta on his Facebook profile.
Frequently asked questions about the confrontations between regime agents and civilians in Havana.
What happened near CUJAE in Havana?
Clashes occurred between Cuban regime agents and civilians in the area near CUJAE in Havana. According to videos shared on social media, the agents used firearms against the civilian population, creating moments of high tension in the area. The actions of the agents have been criticized for their excessive violence.
What did Pablo Mendoza report about the confrontations?
Pablo Mendoza reported on Facebook that regime agents used firearms during the confrontation, which included shooting and the use of shotguns in the presence of minors and women. He criticized the violent treatment of civilians, mentioning that the police assaulted women during the clash.
What was the reason for the confrontation according to Mendoza?
Mendoza explained that the agents were acting violently because some people were selling gasoline to make a living. He criticized the regime for not only subjecting the people to hardship but also for mistreating them.
How does the regime respond to citizen protests in Cuba?
The Cuban regime responds to citizen protests with repression and disproportionate use of force. Similar confrontations have been reported in other areas, such as Boyeros, where police cracked down on protesters demonstrating against power outages. The asymmetry in the use of force is evident, with testimonies of police violence towards the demonstrators.
What opinion did journalist Mario Pentón express about the events?
Mario Pentón, a journalist, commented on his social media about the confrontations, highlighting the evident asymmetry in the use of force by agents of the Cuban regime against the civilian population. He noted that he was waiting for more information to continue reporting on the incident.
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