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The Cuban musician Arnaldo Rodríguez Romero, a prominent defender of the Castro regime, shared several photos with the leader Miguel Díaz-Canel taken during the National Defense Day activities.
Arnaldo once again boasted about the close relationship he shares with Díaz-Canel, a friendship that the singer has earned through his subservient attitude toward the regime's leadership.
"Such immense joy to embrace you on this olive green morning, of homeland, of reaffirmation! A day of the people and shared hugs!" he stated on his Facebook wall.
In another post, he expressed his pride in being invited to participate in the event for Defense Day representing Cuban culture.
His outfit, consisting of a jacket and hat, contrasted with the olive green uniform of the leader, who has been engaged in military activities for days with the aim of "enhancing the concept of the war of the entire people to counter alleged attacks from the United States."
Arnaldo is one of the official artists who fervently supports the narrative of the communist government and criticizes - and even mocks - the growing number of voices calling for change in Cuba.
Recently, he composed "There Is No Turning Back", a song that celebrates the lives of Cubans facing power outages and wood-burning stoves, which he recorded alongside other official singers such as Mayito Rivera and Osdalgia.
In December, he was chosen to close the March of the Fighting People called by Díaz-Canel to conclude the session period of the National Assembly. On that occasion, he celebrated a concert on the Havana Malecón that was attended by barely a hundred people.
The show was a complete failure. The lack of audience was more than evident; however, he distorted the reality and shared on his social media a video that belonged to another performance, not the promotional event.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arnaldo Rodríguez and His Support for the Cuban Regime
Who is Arnaldo Rodríguez and what is his relationship with the Cuban regime?
Arnaldo Rodríguez is a Cuban musician known for being a staunch defender of the Castro regime. He has expressed his support through his music and public actions, such as his participation in official events and his close relationship with government figures, including President Miguel Díaz-Canel.
What happened at Arnaldo Rodríguez's concert on the Malecón in Havana?
The concert by Arnaldo Rodríguez at the Habanero Malecón was a failure in terms of attendance. Despite the government's claims of a high turnout, images and videos revealed a sparse crowd, and Arnaldo shared a misleading video showing a larger audience that did not correspond to the actual event.
How has Arnaldo Rodríguez reacted to the criticism regarding his support for the Cuban government?
Arnaldo Rodríguez has maintained his stance of support for the Cuban government, despite criticism. He has released musical tracks that defend the official narrative and has continued participating in regime events, showing no signs of changing his public stance.
What controversial song has Arnaldo Rodríguez recently released?
Arnaldo Rodríguez released the song "There’s No Turning Back," which highlights life in Cuba under challenging conditions such as blackouts and wood stoves, reflecting the official propaganda of resilience and unity in the face of adversity.
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