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Protesters attacked Communist Party headquarters in Morón, Cuba, and five people were arrested

Protesters in Morón, Cuba broke into a Communist Party headquarters building, removed furniture and equipment, and set fires in the street. Cuban state media reported five arrests and denied anyone was injured by gunfire, though video footage appeared to show gunfire and an injured person. The incident occurred amid ongoing protests over power blackouts and economic difficulties.

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Five arrested in Cuba after protest at local Communist party office
confirmed
Protesters broke into Communist Party headquarters in Morón and set fires in the street
confirmed by both Cuban state media and video footage
confirmed
Five people were arrested in connection with the incident
confirmed by Cuban state media outlets
disputed
Someone was injured by gunfire during the protest
claimed by Fox News based on video footage, denied by Cuban state media
confirmed
Cuba is experiencing rolling blackouts and economic difficulties
confirmed by both outlets and Cuban officials
confirmed
Recent protests have involved pot-banging in Havana over blackouts
confirmed by both outlets