Cuba update

6th June 2026

Cuba Update: National Solidarity Meetings, Emergency Rally and Cuba After Castro screening

Cuba Update 06 June 2026 1. Stand with Cuba: National Solidarity Gathering 2026 2. UK Premiere & Emergency Solidarity Rally 3. End the siege on Cuba Tour 4. MPs say ‘Stop Trump’s War on Cuba’ 5. RMT Garden Party 1. Stand with Cuba: National Solidarity Gathering 2026 Hamilton House, Mabledon Place, London, WC1H 9BD Saturday 13 June, 10am-1pm Including the Cuba Solidarity Campaign Annual General Meeting At a critical moment for Cuba, join campaigners, trade unionists and supporters from across Britain for a national gathering of the Cuba solidarity movement. Hear from special guests including Cuban Ambassador Ismara Vargas Walter for an insight into the challenges facing Cuba.We will review the achievements of the last year and discuss how we build an even stronger movement and respond to the current humanitarian crisis and US threats. Free and open to all. No need to register, just turn up.Whether you are a long-standing supporter or are attending a CSC event for the first time, this is an opportunity to meet fellow campaigners, hear the latest developments from Cuba, and help shape the future of solidarity with the Cuban people.More details here Followed at 2.30pm by 2. Hands Off Cuba – UK Premiere & Emergency Solidarity RallyFeaturing the first UK screening of Cuba After Castro: The Island in the Crosshairswith guest speakers from Cuba including: Elizabeth Ribalta Rubiera, Cuban Friendship Institute (ICAP) Dr Mitchell Valdés-Sosa, Director, Cuba’s Neuroscience Centre As the United States escalates its economic warfare against Cuba and openly threatens further aggression, join us for an urgent afternoon of film, discussion and solidarity.Cuba After Castro: The Island in the Crosshairs explores contemporary Cuba through the leadership of President Miguel Díaz-Canel, combining rare historical footage with a powerful examination of the Cuban Revolution, the impact of more than 60 years of US blockade, and the pressures facing Cuban society today.Following the screening, hear in person from Cuban guests about the reality on the island, the growing international campaign to defend Cuba’s sovereignty, and what solidarity movements in Britain can do in response.At a moment of dangerous escalation, this is an essential meeting for anyone who wants to understand the truth about Cuba beyond the headlines.If you are not attending the morning session please register for the afternoon screening and rally to help us plan for numbers. 3. End the Siege on Cuba Tour Hear from Elizabeth Ribalta Rubiera from ICAP (the Cuban Friendship Institute) in a vital national speaking tour.These meetings are an important opportunity to hear directly from Cuba about the reality of the crisis – beyond the propaganda and misinformation used to justify US aggression.Saturday 13 June, London Monday 15 June, Derby Tuesday 16 June, Nottingham Wednesday 17 June, Manchester Thursday 18 June, Sheffield Friday 19 June, Oxford Full listings of times and venues here 4. MPs say ‘Stop Trump’s War on Cuba’British MPs, peers and trade union leaders gathered outside Parliament on 3 June to oppose the Trump administration’s escalating aggression against Cuba and reject any threat of military intervention against the island.The photo call, organised by the Cuba Solidarity Campaign, came amid growing concern over the intensification of US economic warfare against Cuba and increasingly hostile rhetoric from Washington.Read the full report 5. 19th RMT Garden Party for Cuba Wednesday 10 June, 6.30 – 10.30pm Maritime House, Clapham Old Town, London, SW4 0JWFeaturing the legendary salsa beats of Omar Puente and Raíces Cubanas With guest speakers • Eddie Dempsey, RMT General Secretary • Ismara Mercedes Vargas Walter, Cuban ambassador to UK • Plus special guests£20 includes entry, food, and two free drinksRaising funds to help end the US blockade of Cuba and for the Cuba Vive Medical Aid Appeal. Book your tickets before they sell out!  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter  Make a Donation     Cuba Solidarity Campaign c/o Unite, 33-37 Moreland Street, London EC1V 8BB, UK Telephone: +44 (0)20 7490 5715 | Fax: +44 (0)20 7490 3556  Email  www.cuba-solidarity.org.uk