Cuba criticizes US policies at the 81st UN General Assembly

During the 81st UN General Assembly, Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez sharply criticized the United States, accusing the administration of Donald Trump of imposing economic sanctions that have devastating humanitarian consequences for the nation's 9.4 million residents. Rodriguez specifically highlighted a de facto oil blockade and pressure on third-party governments and companies to sever ties with Havana as major drivers of the country's ongoing economic and energy crisis.

Beyond economic concerns, the Cuban delegation warned that the persistent threat of military force by Washington violates international law. Reports indicate that over 7,000 containers of essential goods currently remain stranded in foreign ports due to the restrictions. Despite these tensions, Rodriguez emphasized that Havana remains open to dialogue, even as the U.S. continues to implement waves of new sanctions against the island. The Cuban government calls for an immediate end to the blockade to allow for the country’s development and the restoration of human rights.