Lino Tomasen, the Cuban ex-boxer known as "The Cuban Iron Man," surprised his followers by sharing a video in which he demonstrates how he finds perfectly good items in trash containers in Spain.
"God, thank you for always blessing me. God, even in the trash you send me signs and meet my needs," he wrote in his post on Facebook.
In the video, filmed on a street in Spain, he is seen rummaging through a container until he discovers a seemingly new small table fan.
"Here I am in another country; you know that beggars walk around disguised. I'm going to take this fan because you know I'm a beggar in disguise," he says as he picks up the device.
Once at home, Tomasen showed the working fan: "I found the fan, and yes, it works. They throw new things in the trash. It's working, they throw away things that still function, sir."
Amidst laughter and expressions of astonishment, he added: "I am a classy beggar; what I find are good things. I invite all my fellow beggars to come here to Spain because they will find good things, and then we'll resell them in Cuba."
Her post generated numerous comments. Some followers celebrated her enthusiasm and sense of humor in light of the new circumstances in her life.
Others criticized him, recalling that until recently he was raising donations to help those in need in Cuba.
The video arrives days after Tomasen said goodbye to Cuba in a video recorded at the Havana airport, in which he stated: "I will return, stronger than ever to help."
At that moment, he admitted to having lost all his contacts and feeling disoriented: "I'm in another world, my people, with no sense of time; I don't even know what day of the week it is. I only know that I will return, stronger than ever."
For years, the Iron Man has been associated with humanitarian aid initiatives in Cuba, promoting campaigns to support vulnerable individuals through donations.
However, it has also faced criticism.
Some users on social media accuse him of personally profiting from those aid programs: "That's his business, he keeps 80 and gives 20," wrote an internet user.
Another commented with irony upon learning that he was leaving the country: "I'm glad to know that the donation money was of some use to you."
On the day of her departure, a resident in Miami noted that her final destination would be California, where her father lives, whom she hasn't seen in years.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lino Tomasen and his activities in Spain
Who is Lino Tomasen, the "Cuban Iron Man"?
Lino Tomasen is a former Cuban boxer known as "The Cuban Iron Man". He has distinguished himself through his humanitarian work, assisting vulnerable people in Cuba through donations and support campaigns. He is currently in Spain, where he has shared his experiences of finding useful items in the trash, which has sparked various reactions on social media.
Why does Lino Tomasen sift through the trash in Spain?
In a video shared on his social media, Lino Tomasen demonstrated how he finds perfectly good items in trash containers in Spain. He expressed that even in the garbage, he receives signs of blessings and fulfills his needs. This act was viewed by some as an example of his adaptability and sense of humor, while others criticized him for his apparent change in circumstances after he had requested donations to help others.
What was Lino Tomasen's followers' reaction to the garbage video?
The publication by Lino Tomas generated a variety of reactions. Some followers celebrated his enthusiasm and sense of humor regarding his new life circumstances. However, others criticized him, recalling that until recently he was raising donations to help those in need in Cuba. This duality of opinions reflects the controversy that often surrounds his actions and the perceptions of his sincerity in humanitarian initiatives.
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