Cuba accuses US of ‘destabilizing’ country ahead of anti-government protests

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez on Wednesday accused the US of trying to “destabilize” the island as government opponents prepared to hold protests in Havana and other provinces.

Government dissidents organized by a Facebook group called Archipelago initially planned the rally for Nov. 20 but switched the date to Nov. 15 after authorities declared the 20th a “National Defense Day” during which citizens practice their preparedness for a US invasion.

On Nov. 15, the island will reopen its borders to tourists and primary schools will open their doors after months of disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic.