Willy González, leader of the organization "La Nueva Nación Cubana en Armas,” mentioned by the Havana regime as the head of an alleged conspiracy that led to a detainee in Cuba, denied from his residence in Orlando any involvement in an armed operation on the island.
"Our organization provides military training, but not with subversive objectives," González stated in an interview with Telemundo 51, where he mentioned he does not recall meeting Ardenys García Álvarez, the man currently detained in Cuba, though he does not rule out that García might have received military training within the organization.
When questioned about specific subversive plans in Cuba, González was unequivocal in his response. "We have not conducted any operations in Cuba and we know nothing about what they are talking about," he said. González clarified that "La Nueva Nación Cubana en Armas" has no plans to violate U.S. laws but wishes to be prepared in case of an armed uprising in Cuba.
The leader of the Movimiento Democracia, Ramón Saúl Sánchez, described as "ridiculous" the notion that a man on a jet ski with a few pistols and three magazines constituted a "military action" against Cuba. The exiled leader believes the regime's show has two clear objectives: to intimidate Cubans just before the anniversary of July 11 and to use the incident in international forums to justify its repressive actions.
"This is to tell Cubans 'I am protecting you from these people who want to harm you'," pointed out the exiled leader.
Despite the regime's assertions, the released video did not show any material evidence of the alleged conspiracy. The lack of proof has led many to question the veracity of the accusations.
Earlier this week, the Cuban government announced that it had dismantled a supposed terrorist plan against the country, allegedly organized and financed from the U.S. The regime claimed the key figure was a man who entered illegally through the coasts of Matanzas on a jet ski in November 2023.
The individual, now identified by authorities as Ardenys García Álvarez, 40, from Cienfuegos, was said to have a criminal record on the island for speculation and robbery with force. He had illegally left the country in 2014 and had been residing in the United States since then.
Colonel Víctor Álvarez Valle noted on the television program Razones de Cuba, hosted by Humberto López, that the detainee entered Cuba illegally carrying weapons with the intention of subverting the social order. During his statements, which he claimed to make "voluntarily," Ardenys mentioned Willy González and Dayán Quiñones.
Cuban authorities accuse Ardenys of making rounds to key locations and contacting people to orchestrate terrorist plans on the island. Ardenys García Álvarez faces criminal charges for crimes against State Security, Espionage, and offenses against the constitutional order, among others.
Understanding the Allegations Against Willy González and La Nueva Nación Cubana en Armas
To provide clarity on the recent accusations against Willy González and his organization, here are some frequently asked questions and their answers.
What is La Nueva Nación Cubana en Armas?
La Nueva Nación Cubana en Armas is an organization led by Willy González, which provides military training but claims not to have subversive objectives.
Who is Ardenys García Álvarez?
Ardenys García Álvarez is a 40-year-old man from Cienfuegos, Cuba, who has been accused by the Cuban regime of being involved in a terrorist plot. He has a criminal record in Cuba and has been residing in the United States since 2014.
What are the Cuban authorities accusing Ardenys García Álvarez of?
Cuban authorities accuse Ardenys García Álvarez of crimes against State Security, Espionage, and offenses against the constitutional order, among other charges.
What did Ramón Saúl Sánchez say about the allegations?
Ramón Saúl Sánchez, leader of the Movimiento Democracia, dismissed the allegations as "ridiculous" and criticized the Cuban regime for using the incident to intimidate Cubans and justify repressive actions.