The Official Gazette of the Republic of Cuba has published a new update to the national list of individuals and entities under criminal investigation for terrorist activities. This list, which includes 62 individuals and 20 entities, reflects the Cuban government’s ongoing efforts to fight terrorism and protect its people.
In the prime-time broadcast of the National Television News, lawyer and jurist Humberto López elaborated on the specifics and importance of this document.
In December 2023, the first version of this list was made public, he recalled. Most of the individuals and entities included operate with impunity from within the United States. This Wednesday, authorities from the Ministries of the Interior, Foreign Affairs, Justice, and the Attorney General’s Office held a press conference to explain the implications of this list and the crimes being investigated.
Key Details
Crimes Investigated: The list includes Crimes such as terrorism, terrorist financing, and sabotage, all of which are covered by Cuban criminal law. Authorities have alerted the United States about these activities, which not only affect Cuba but also the national security of both countries.
International Commitments: The list is updated in compliance with international conventions on terrorism, including United Nations Security Council Resolution 13/1373, which requires countries to publish lists of individuals considered terrorists.
Cyberterrorism: A new dimension has been added to the list: cyberterrorism. Authorities have emphasized that the use of digital platforms to incite violence will also be investigated and prosecuted.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Josefina Vidal announced that the updated list will be delivered to the Secretary-General of the United Nations, reaffirming Cuba’s commitment to the fight against terrorism. In her statements, Vidal criticized the US government’s inaction on this issue, noting that many of the individuals on the list are granted refuge in that country.
The fight against terrorism is a priority for Cuba, and the authorities have reiterated their willingness to cooperate in this effort internationally.
