Argentinian President Fires Foreign Minister Over UN Vote on Cuba Embargo on Wednesday

Oct 30, 2024, 10:42 PM

Argentinian President Javier Milei has dismissed Foreign Minister Diana Mondino following her vote at the United Nations in favor of lifting the U.S. embargo on Cuba. The decision to fire Mondino on Wednesday was confirmed by spokesperson Manuel Adorni. Gerardo Werthein, Argentina's ambassador to the U.S., will replace Mondino as the new Foreign Minister. Mondino, who was a key early supporter of Milei, faced backlash for her stance, which contradicts Milei's diplomatic principles. The UN resolution to end the embargo on Cuba has been a contentious issue, with the United States consistently vetoing such measures for the 32nd consecutive year.