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U.N. Ambassador Waltz faced backlash after condemning the Cuban government as “illegitimate and brutal.” His comments were made in the context of the U.N. General Assembly’s recent vote. A resolution to condemn the American economic embargo against Cuba was approved by a substantial margin.
U.N. Assembly Vote on Cuba
On Wednesday, the U.N. General Assembly voted 165 to 7, with 12 nations abstaining, against the U.S. embargo. This marks the thirty-third consecutive year the Assembly has condemned the embargo. While the resolution is mostly symbolic and lacks legal power, it highlights the widespread global disapproval of the U.S. stance on Cuba.
Waltz’s Controversial Remarks
Waltz claimed he was correcting “fake news and misinformation” propagated by the Cuban regime. Despite his attempts to sway international opinion, his words had little impact on the vote outcome.
Background on Waltz’s Appointment
Waltz’s rise to the U.N. post came after his dismissal as national security adviser. His previous role involved organizing discussions on military plans through a Signal chat. This chat mistakenly included The Atlantic’s editor, resulting in his removal from that position.
Diplomatic Skills in Question
His comments regarding Cuba have raised concerns about his diplomatic effectiveness. Critics argue that such remarks show a lack of the diplomatic tact necessary for his current role.
- Vote Results: 165 in favor, 7 against, 12 abstentions.
- Annual occurrence of the embargo condemnation: 33 years.
- Waltz’s previous position: National Security Adviser.
