Cuba-Torch March
Havana, Cuba - Jan 27, 2026 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
1. Building
2. People with torches lit in their hands at main entrance of University of Havana chanting slogans
3. Various of people with torches and flags marching through street
4. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Luis Barrera, participant:
"The history continues to endure, and the tradition of the people remains, and they will never cease to exist. Despite the challenges that have arisen, it will always be strong and present in every moment."
5. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Laura Martínez, participant:
Moreover, it seems to me a powerful way to show that we are always moving forward, and that the Cuban people will not give up despite being bombarded with anything thrown our way. No matter the weight placed upon us, we will continue to move forward without giving up and without taking a step back."
FILE: Cuba - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
7. Portrait of Jose Marti
8. Statue of Jose Marti, national flag of Cuba
Cuba held a "Centennial Anti-Imperialist" torch march in Havana, the country's capital, on Tuesday night to commemorate the birth anniversary of the independence hero Jose Marti.
Thousands of Cuban youths from the Federation of University Students and the Cuban Young Communist League attended the event, which aims to promote the spirit of patriotism and defend national sovereignty and independence.
Carrying torches, the Cuban youth set off from the main entrance of the University of Havana, chanting patriotic verses by Jose Marti along with slogans such as "Support Cuba, Oppose the Blockade." The flames illuminated the night sky as a tribute to the national hero, calling on the Cuban people to unite in resolutely defending the sovereignty, independence, and revolutionary achievements.
The torch march was first held in 1953 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Jose Marti's birth. It also aimed to awaken the Cuban people living under pro-American dictatorship, calling for freedom and justice.
Jose Marti was born on January 28, 1853, in Havana and passed away on May 19, 1895. He is regarded as a great national hero, revolutionary pioneer, poet and essayist.
"The history continues to endure, and the tradition of the people remains, and they will never cease to exist. Despite the challenges that have arisen, it will always be strong and present in every moment,” said Luis Barrera, a participant.
"Moreover, it seems to me a powerful way to show that we are always moving forward, and that the Cuban people will not give up despite being bombarded with anything thrown our way. No matter the weight placed upon us, we will continue to move forward without giving up and without taking a step back," said Laura Martínez, another participant.
Cuba-Torch March
Dateline : Jan 27, 2026/File
Location : Cuba
Duration : 1'05
Havana, Cuba - Jan 27, 2026 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
1. Building
2. People with torches lit in their hands at main entrance of University of Havana chanting slogans
3. Various of people with torches and flags marching through street
4. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Luis Barrera, participant:
"The history continues to endure, and the tradition of the people remains, and they will never cease to exist. Despite the challenges that have arisen, it will always be strong and present in every moment."
5. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Laura Martínez, participant:
Moreover, it seems to me a powerful way to show that we are always moving forward, and that the Cuban people will not give up despite being bombarded with anything thrown our way. No matter the weight placed upon us, we will continue to move forward without giving up and without taking a step back."
FILE: Cuba - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
7. Portrait of Jose Marti
8. Statue of Jose Marti, national flag of Cuba
Cuba held a "Centennial Anti-Imperialist" torch march in Havana, the country's capital, on Tuesday night to commemorate the birth anniversary of the independence hero Jose Marti.
Thousands of Cuban youths from the Federation of University Students and the Cuban Young Communist League attended the event, which aims to promote the spirit of patriotism and defend national sovereignty and independence.
Carrying torches, the Cuban youth set off from the main entrance of the University of Havana, chanting patriotic verses by Jose Marti along with slogans such as "Support Cuba, Oppose the Blockade." The flames illuminated the night sky as a tribute to the national hero, calling on the Cuban people to unite in resolutely defending the sovereignty, independence, and revolutionary achievements.
The torch march was first held in 1953 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Jose Marti's birth. It also aimed to awaken the Cuban people living under pro-American dictatorship, calling for freedom and justice.
Jose Marti was born on January 28, 1853, in Havana and passed away on May 19, 1895. He is regarded as a great national hero, revolutionary pioneer, poet and essayist.
"The history continues to endure, and the tradition of the people remains, and they will never cease to exist. Despite the challenges that have arisen, it will always be strong and present in every moment,” said Luis Barrera, a participant.
"Moreover, it seems to me a powerful way to show that we are always moving forward, and that the Cuban people will not give up despite being bombarded with anything thrown our way. No matter the weight placed upon us, we will continue to move forward without giving up and without taking a step back," said Laura Martínez, another participant.
ID : 8463610
Published : 2026-01-28 22:25
Last Modified : 2026-01-28 22:29:50
Source : China Central Television (CCTV)
Restrictions : No access Chinese mainland
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