Why did Amnesty International designate four individuals as prisoners of conscience in Cuba?
- In recognition of peaceful exercise of rights
- Ongoing surveillance, harassment, and criminalization threats
- Stand for courage and resistance against repression
Who are the individuals designated?
- Félix Navarro, political dissident and activist
- Sayli Navarro, daughter of Félix and activist
- Luis Robles, protester for freedom
- Roberto Pérez Fonseca, participant in protests
What led to the imprisonment of these individuals?
- Political reasons and dissent
- Participation in peaceful protests
- Expressions of freedom and opposition
What is the context of repression in Cuba?
- Increased ill-treatment, harassment, and arbitrary detentions
- Threats of criminalization and denial of rights
- Deterioration in health and physical integrity of detainees
What is Amnesty International’s call to action?
- Immediate and unconditional release of prisoners of conscience
- Respect for human rights and end to repression
- Repeal of repressive legislation and support for dissidents
The designations by Amnesty International highlight the ongoing struggle for human rights in Cuba amidst a new wave of state repression. It is crucial for the international community to stand in solidarity and demand the release of those unjustly imprisoned for exercising their rights.
Source: www.amnesty.org