Ban on Catholic Holy Week Processions in Cuba

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The Communist Party of Cuba has reportedly banned Christians from celebrating traditional Catholic Holy Week processions in various regions of the country in anticipation of Easter. The ban is believed to be motivated by fear of protests against the regime.

Key Points

  • Castro regime banned Catholic processions in anticipation of possible protests
  • The ban extended to various Cuban cities including Havana
  • Cuban Observatory for Human Rights reported 936 acts against religious freedom in 2023

Pros

  • Highlighting the lack of religious freedom in Cuba
  • Drawing attention to the repressive actions of the Castro regime

Cons

  • Restriction of religious practices and freedom for Cuban Catholics