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Cyprus Honors Memory of Cuban National Hero José Martí

Published January 28, 2026, 17:02
Cyprus Honors Memory of Cuban National Hero José Martí

The memory of José Martí, a Cuban national hero, was honored in Nicosia, 173 years after his birth. Charis Polycarpou, a member of the AKEL Political Bureau, emphasized in his speech Martí's role in the struggle for Cuba's liberation from Spanish rule and the abolition of slavery, as well as his efforts for a democratic and emancipated society. He also referred to Cuba's resistance to US intervention and economic blockade, as well as Cuba's solidarity with the Cypriot people. The event concluded with a message of solidarity and faith in peace and the self-determination of peoples.