Marta Beatriz Roque has obtained permission to leave Cuba and has traveled to the United States. This became possible after she was banned from leaving the country and obtaining a passport since 2018. Roque is a well-known Cuban opposition figure fighting for democracy on the island. Her decision to leave the country has prompted various reactions in Cuba. Some supported her step, seeing it as an opportunity for activism to freely express her opinion. Others condemned her and labeled her a traitor, claiming she abandoned her homeland. In an interview with journalists, Marta Beatriz Roque noted that her goal is to use this journey to continue the struggle for Cuba's freedom abroad. She expressed hope for support from the international community and stated that she does not intend to change her principles due to harsh circumstances.
