UN General Assembly Votes 187-2 to End US Embargo on Cuba

Oct 30, 2024, 07:48 PM

The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution on October 30, 2024, calling for the end of the United States' economic, commercial, and financial embargo on Cuba. This marks the 32nd consecutive year that the General Assembly has passed such a resolution. The vote saw overwhelming support, with 187 member states voting in favor, only the United States and Israel voting against, and Moldova abstaining. The embargo, which has been in place for over six decades, has faced widespread international condemnation. The resolution reflects a growing global consensus against the embargo, urging the United States to lift the restrictions and allow Cuba to engage in normal trade and economic activities.