The mobilization, organized by the Jose Marti Association of Cubans Residing in Panama (AMCRP), concluded at the Cuban embassy where participants, carrying flags and banners highlighting the brotherhood between the two peoples, reiterated their support for Havana in the face of intensifying U.S. coercive measures.

At the event, led by the Caribbean nation’s ambassador, Orestes Perez—and taking place on the eve of a new vote at the United Nations General Assembly regarding a resolution calling for an end to this hostile policy—spokespersons for these groups urged the strengthening of international solidarity.

Speaking on behalf of the AMCRP, Alexander Pumarada condemned recent statements by U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, as well as actions he attributed to the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) aimed at promoting subversion against Cuba.

Pumarada also denounced the consequences of the blockade—which he noted have been exacerbated by restrictions on fuel supplies—pointing out that the impact falls upon Cuban families, particularly children and the elderly.

Meanwhile, Lilian Ruiz, head of the Panama chapter of the National Coordinator of Solidarity with Cuba, called for redoubling support for the Caribbean nation and highlighted Cuba’s cooperation with Panama in areas such as healthcare and education.

Meanwhile, Laritza Garbey, political counselor at the Cuban embassy, ​​specified that the total damages attributed to the blockade reached a record figure of $8,083,300,000 during the last reported annual period.

She described this policy as a violation of international law and human rights.

The diplomat called for a response to the tightening of U.S. measures and their humanitarian consequences, while expressing confidence that international solidarity would support the Cuban people’s right to live in peace.

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