Iran's Ambassador Calls for Immediate Lifting of Cuba Embargo

Strategic Insights -

Iran's ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeed Iravani, emphasized the need for an immediate and unconditional lifting of the economic, commercial, and financial embargo imposed by the United States on Cuba. In a recent speech at the United Nations General Assembly, Iravani condemned the inhumane and immoral policies of the US, which he said have had a profound adverse impact on the promotion of peace and global development. He also reiterated Iran's firm opposition to economic sanctions imposed on independent and sovereign states, including Cuba.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Islamic Republic of Iran strongly opposes economic sanctions imposed on independent and sovereign states, including Cuba.
  • The US embargo on Cuba has lasted for over 60 years, imposed under the pretext of promoting democracy.
  • The sanctions have had a profound adverse impact on the promotion of peace, both regionally and globally.
  • The Iranian ambassador called for an immediate and unconditional lifting of the embargo, stating that it would bring much-needed relief to the Cuban people.
  • The speech emphasized Iran's unwavering solidarity with the government and people of Cuba in their struggle against unjust measures.
  • The United States has consistently ignored the unanimous demand of the international community to end its hostile policies toward Cuba.

Statistics:

  • The US embargo on Cuba has lasted for over 60 years.
  • The international community has repeatedly called on the US to lift the embargo, with 33 UN resolutions adopted in favor of ending the sanctions.
  • The embargo has had a profound adverse impact on global development, with severe harm inflicted on the health, safety, and well-being of ordinary people, including women, children, and the elderly.

Sources:

  • MNA (Mehr News Agency) - "Iran's ambassador calls for lifting of Cuba embargo immediately"
  • United Nations General Assembly - "Necessity of Ending the Economic, Commercial, and Financial Embargo Imposed by the United States of America Against Cuba" (report)