The Guardian: Cuba democracy protests thwarted after rallies banned and leaders arrested
Authorities act swiftly to snuff out dissent after being caught off guard by demonstrations for change in July
Cuban authorities have snuffed out protests planned by activists to call for nationwide demonstrations for democracy and more freedom of expression.
After being caught off guard by unprecedented protests in July, the government acted in advance to ban the demonstrations planned for Monday, ran a media campaign arguing it was a US attempt at regime change, and placed protest leaders under house arrest.
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More News On Yesterday's Protests In Cuba
As Cuba Crushes Dissent, a Nationwide Protest Fizzles -- New York Times
Cuban dissidents arrested, mass protest thwarted as police swamp streets -- AFP
Cuban government quashes planned march by protesters -- NBC
Planned Cuba protests fizzle amid police deployment, confinement -- Al Jazeera
Cuban government goes to extremes to keep activist from marching -- CNN
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