International solidarity is organizing to confront the intensification of the economic siege against Cuba. A global coalition of unions and social movements confirmed the dispatch of a flotilla with basic supplies. This initiative responds to the need to break the energy strangulation policy that Cuba is suffering after recent pressure from the White House.
Under the name “Our America,” the convoy will sail the Caribbean in March to deliver food and essential medicines. The organizers explained that the strategy is inspired by the resistance of the Sumud Global Flotilla. The main objective is to break the logistical blockade that currently prevents Cuba from accessing vital products.
Political leaders such as Jeremy Corbyn and Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib have publicly supported this humanitarian mission. They denounce the forced austerity measures in the Caribbean nation as the direct result of a policy of external aggression. These sanctions aim to paralyze several sectors essential to the country and thus affect the daily lives of Cuban families.
While civil society mobilizes, some regional governments are already sending direct assistance to alleviate the current crisis. Mexico stands out with the delivery of hundreds of tons of food for the population. However, the complex geopolitical scenario necessitates keeping certain energy supply agreements confidential.
From the Kremlin, Russia is evaluating the imminent shipment of crude oil and refined products to mitigate the severe fuel shortage. This aid is critical after months without the arrival of oil tankers, a situation exacerbated by threats against commercial shipping companies. Havana is resisting in a context where international law is ignored by foreign powers.
UN experts describe this energy blockade as a flagrant violation of global legality and sovereignty. Despite the overwhelming rejection in the General Assembly, coercive measures have recently intensified. The “Nuestra América” flotilla represents an act of dignity in the face of a siege condemned by the world.
IMAGE CREDIT: Political leaders such as Jeremy Corbyn and Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib have publicly supported this humanitarian mission. Photo: EFE.
The flotilla is scheduled to set sail in March to defy the energy blockade and deliver food and medicine to the island
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[ SOURCE: teleSUR ]
