Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, stated that the ongoing US oil blockade is contributing to severe humanitarian issues in Cuba, including the deaths of children. He called for the sanctions to be lifted immediately to alleviate the suffering of the Cuban population.
UN Human Rights Commissioner Urges Immediate Lifting of Sanctions on Cuba
Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, has called for the immediate lifting of US sanctions on Cuba, citing the detrimental effects of the oil blockade on the country's humanitarian situation, including child fatalities. His remarks highlight concerns over the impact of sanctions on vulnerable populations.
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UN human rights leader calls for Cuba sanctions to be ‘lifted immediately’
UN Human Rights Commissioner Urges Immediate Lifting of Sanctions on Cuba