Compulsory Military Service

Explore the complexities of compulsory military service in Cuba, including incidents, official responses, family concerns, and issues around recruitment and safety.

Compulsory Military Service: A Death Trap for Cuban Youth, Researcher Warns

Published on 4/5/2026

Families in Santiago de Cuba Express Concern Over Lack of Transparency in Youth Recruitment to Havana

Published on 1/31/2026

Mother Holds Military Officer Responsible for Son's Death During Service

Published on 11/23/2025

Two Military Service Recruits Killed in Bus Accident at Mariel Special Development Zone: What We Know So Far

Published on 5/27/2025

Mother of Soldier Killed in Holguín Explosion Rejects Official Ceremony: "It Was a Farce"

Published on 1/23/2025

Díaz-Canel Engages in Shooting Drills with UCI Students Against "Imperialism"

Published on 1/22/2025

MINFAR's Response to Criticisms Over Silence on 13 Missing After Holguín Explosions

Published on 1/15/2025

Missing Young Recruit in Havana Found Safe and Sound

Published on 1/9/2025

Cuban Soldier Collapses During Santa Ifigenia Cemetery Guard Ceremony

Published on 1/1/2025

Young Cuban Missing After Military Leave in Havana

Published on 12/5/2024

Officer Accuses Grandfather of Deceased Cuban Teen of "Defamation"

Published on 6/5/2024