USCIRF Welcomes Release of Wrongfully Imprisoned Religious Leaders and Adherents in Cuba
Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) welcomes the release of Cuban Santería practitioners Donaida Pérez Paseiro and Lisdiani Rodríguez Isaac as well as Christian Pastor Lorenzo Rosales Fajardo. The Cuban government had wrongfully imprisoned the three alongside hundreds of peaceful protesters for participating in the July 11, 2021 demonstrations for greater freedom on the island. USCIRF has highlighted their cases in hearings and publications since their arrests in 2021.
“While we are relieved that Donaida, Lisdiani, and Lorenzo have been released, we know that they will continue to face challenges because of their unjust incarceration,” said USCIRF Commissioner Maureen Ferguson. “We stand with them and their families and extend our sincere gratitude to all who tirelessly advocate on their behalf.”
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