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Several journalists flee Cuba after state agents question, pressure at least 8

Miami, October 11, 2024—CPJ is alarmed by reports that since mid-September, Cuban state security agents questioned at least eight journalists and media workers from non-state media outlets, many in connection to alleged crimes against the state, leading several to flee the country.  “The Cuban government appears to be engaged in a campaign of harassment and…

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Palenque Visión journalist and civil rights activist Yeris Curbelo Aguilera was convicted of causing “minor injuries” following a physical altercation with local youths. (Screenshot: PalenqueVisión.com)

Journalist Yeris Curbelo Aguilera sentenced to 2 years in prison in Cuba

Miami, October 3, 2024—Cuban authorities should re-examine the case of journalist Yeris Curbelo Aguilera, who was sentenced to two years in prison on September 24, and consider dropping all charges against him, said the Committee to Protect Journalists on Tuesday. “The Cuban government continues to be nothing short of draconian in its efforts to squash independent…

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