In a particularly intriguing chat at the United Nations, Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossío had a word with Mehdi from Zeteo. He expressed quite the concern about US actions in Venezuela, labeling them a “threat to the whole continent, the whole region.” Furthermore, if conflict erupts, Cuba intends to offer its “full political support” to Venezuela, though he stopped short of promising any military backing.
Now, experts find it a tad tricky to predict Cuba’s role in any potential conflict. The nation faces significant economic strains, especially due to the US embargo. De Cossío is of the opinion that this embargo “damages Cuba in almost every sense of life.” It’s an endeavour, he argues, by the US to “cut Cuba off from the world economy.” One might ponder, “Which country can sustain its economy and develop if a powerful nation discourages global ties with it?”
As the United Nations General Assembly commences in New York, the world’s gaze shifts towards Gaza. Recently, nations such as Canada, Australia, France, and the UK have recognized a Palestinian state. De Cossío feels this matter is “a genocide,” remarking that it’s a blemish for the international community and the UN, given the apparent impotence of the latter to act.
Explore more about these crucial issues in the full conversation, available to paid subscribers. Mehdi delves into Cuba’s human rights record, its media stance, and the administration’s claims about hosting “terrorists.” A quick 10-minute preview is on offer for free subscribers. For unlimited access, consider being a paid subscriber.
There’s also a lively discourse on whether Cuba’s issues can endlessly be pegged on the US, along with the legitimacy of its elections.
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It’s indeed a time of intense discussions and shifting global alliances. All eyes remain fixed on these evolving narratives.
