At a United Nations General Assembly session, member states deliberated on the enduring US embargo against Cuba. A staggering 187 countries called for its cessation, underscoring a massive consensus for reform. In contrast, only the US and Israel opposed this move, while Ukraine remained neutral by abstaining. Originating over 60 years ago, this embargo has […]
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