The UN General Assembly will debate Cuba's request to end the US economic embargo, an annual event now occurring against a backdrop of escalating US "economic warfare" and perceived American imperial decline. The article argues the US is becoming more aggressive as it declines, citing Cuba, Gaza, and Venezuela as examples of "coercive" US policy.
The UN General Assembly will debate ending the US embargo on Cuba, an annual event now occurring amid heightened US economic warfare and threats of military action against Havana. The article frames this within the broader context of American imperial decline and escalating aggression.
Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez condemned the "ruthless" US embargo at the UN, stating it caused a record $8bn in damages and "collective punishment." While many nations supported Cuba, the US denied the blockade, blaming the Cuban regime. The EU ambassador also pointed to Cuba's need for reforms.
Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez condemned the "ruthless" US embargo at the UN General Assembly, citing record damages of $8 billion and "collective punishment." Most regional blocs supported Cuba, while the US faced diplomatic pressure to prevent the debate.
