Cuba Condemns Israel’s Violations of Palestinian Human Rights

 

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Cuba has strongly denounced Israel’s treatment of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, declaring that the systematic human rights violations occurring there are unjustifiable. The Caribbean nation urged accountability and action as tensions continued escalating.

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The recent clashes are part of decades of occupation, violence, and violations of international law committed by Israel against Palestinians. Gaza in particular has faced a strict blockade since 2007, severely restricting freedom of movement and economic activity. Mass casualty events are also common — conflicts in 2021 alone led to over 250 Palestinian and 13 Israeli deaths.

Critics point to the vast power imbalance between the two sides, as Israel possesses overwhelming military superiority thanks to Western support. Palestinian militant groups have far more primitive weapons, and while their indiscriminate rocket attacks are sometimes deadly, they rarely result in significant Israeli casualties. The vast majority of Palestinians killed in clashes are civilians.

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In addition to periodic heavy bombardment, Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank suffer regular human rights violations. Hundreds are detained without charge at a time, including women and children. Home and infrastructure demolitions are also routine — over 1000 Palestinian structures were demolished in 2021.

Cuba highlighted the cruelty of these actions, emphasizing that fundamental freedoms are being systematically trampled. The recent uptick in violent West Bank raids has been particularly devastating, resulting in dozens of indiscriminate deaths. Violence has even spread within Israel itself, with mob attacks targeting Palestinian citizens in Israeli cities reported.

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Cuba slammed the tepid response from the international community, questioning why major world powers continue arming and funding Israel despite its human rights record. The US in particular has blocked dozens of UN resolutions aimed at protecting Palestinian rights or condemning Israeli actions. Critics allege this gives Israel impunity.

The US also provides $3.8 billion in annual military aid to Israel. Other Western powers have extensive economic and ideological ties as well. Cuba insists Palestinians are treated as second-class by the global order, without the ability to assert basic self-determination. It demands the international community recognize the power imbalance and take meaningful steps to protect Palestinians’ safety.

With inflammatory rhetoric from Israeli politicians fueling conflict, and the peace process stalled for over a decade, no near-term resolution appears in sight. Cuba insists the root causes of Palestinian resentment — occupation, blockade, and dehumanization — must end. The island nation continues utilizing its diplomatic voice to advocate for accountability and Palestinian human rights. But meaningful change relies on action from world powers.