The House of Friendship, a hub for the Argentine Movement of Solidarity with Cuba (MASCuba) in Buenos Aires, hosted a significant commemoration event that attracted a large and attentive audience. The gathering was a powerful reminder of unwavering support for Cuba’s revolutionary legacy and its people, who are currently grappling with multiple crises, including the aftermath of a devastating hurricane, the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the persistent U.S. embargo. The event featured a series of influential speakers who highlighted the enduring spirit of solidarity between Argentina and Cuba. Ruben Zaccaro, a prominent leader of MASCuba, inaugurated the proceedings, followed by Hugo Fontana, an Argentine architect who contributed to Cuba’s early development post-revolution. Stella Calloni, a respected Argentine political scientist, and Esteban Luchetta also shared their insights. Jorge Marti, head of the Cuban Mission, and Erenia Garcia, president of the Union of Cuban Residents in Argentina (URCA), concluded the event. Zaccaro reflected on Fidel Castro’s revival of Jose Marti’s emancipatory ideals, which inspired the historic attack on the Moncada Barracks—a pivotal moment that ignited the Cuban Revolution.
