Cuban remembers dangerous crossing of the USA in viral tikkok

A young Cuban shared a striking video about Tikkok, in which he remembers the dangerous suspension bridge, which he had to cross on his trip to the USA. In the post, the migrant asks nostalgically: “How many of us have gone through here?”To remember the challenges that many Cubans are looking for in their search for a better future.

The video that was uploaded to Jaime Daurin's Tikok account (@Jaime.daurin.ng), shows the young man and others who cross a rickety suspension bridge, which seems to be part of one of the routes used by migrants on their journey to the US border. The scene reflects the courage and risks that many have to pursue on the “American dream”.

The pictures have triggered a wave of comments from users who refer to the experience of the young man and have gone through similar situations. “This bridge is unforgettable, I also looked through there,” commented one user while another wrote: “God bless everyone who has taken this path.”

The video also underlines the dangers with which migrants are confronted on their journey, from enemy geography to the risks that are equipped with criminal gangs and extreme physical exhaustion. Despite these challenges, thousands of Cubans continue to go on their way in search of new possibilities.

Cuban migration to the United States has increased significantly in recent years due to the economic and social crisis that affects the island. According to official data, over 400,000 Cubans have arrived in US territory in the past two years and have set up a historical records of the migration flow from the largest antils.

Jaime Daurin's video contributes to the growing number of certificates in social media, which document the experiences of migrants and give a reality that affects thousands of Cuban families that are separated by forced migration.

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