Two years after the societal explosion that Cuba attributed to Washington’s interference in its internal affairs, the Miguel Díaz-Canel Government this Tuesday condemned Cuba’s entry into the country. nuclear powered submarine American in Guantanamo Bay (east of the island), where the United States has maintained a disputed military base since 1903.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Minrex) revealed the truth “provocative climb” political or strategic motives “They are unknown.” According to the State Department, the submarine entered the military base on July 5 and remained until July 8.
“The presence of a nuclear submarine there at the moment forces us to question what the military reason for this fact is. pacific region of the worldfor what purpose,” Minrex pointed out.
But in addition, the text reiterates a historic demand from Havana: “The return of illegally occupied territory in Guantanamo province.” The base covers an area of 117 square kilometers “against the will of the Cuban people and as a colonial remnant of the illegitimate military occupation of our country that began in 1898” after the US intervention in Cuba’s war of independence against Spain.
Minrex added that the persistence of the naval base “only responds to the political goal of violating Cuba’s sovereign rights.”
torture and detention center
Havana said “in recent years” the “practical utility” of this base”serve as a detention center, torture and systematic violations of the human rights of dozens of citizens from different countries”. On January 11, 2002, a prison was built here, where prisoners from Afghanistan were first placed. Most are people accused of terrorism, although some have never been tried.
The incident takes place during the rapprochement period between Cuba and Russia, which is considering the possibility of developing bilateral projects in the “technical-military field” as well as strengthening economic exchange. Weeks ago, Washington had hinted at its concerns over the alleged existence of a Chinese espionage unit on the island for years. He added that it will be updated in 2019. Cuban diplomacy has flatly rejected this speculation.
another discussion
In this context, the US embassy in Havana denied that the White House was responsible for the drug shortage in Cuba. The government had assured that these shortcomings were the result of economic sanctions. Diplomatic headquarters tweeted “Yes, drugs can be imported!” “The US embargo on Cuba allows the export of US medicinal products and other items that support Cuban citizenship. Obtaining Department of Commerce license is easy. Relevant information is publicly available information.
As if speaking to the Cubans themselves, the embassy adds: “Did you know that the US has approved nearly $900 million worth of drug exports to Cuba since the beginning of the year? And it doubled the figure for 2021, at more than $800 million last year. The embargo should not be used as an excuse for a lack of medical care in Cuba.”