766 Delegates: Powerful Global Condemnation of US Aggression Against Cuba
teleSUR, May 2, 2026 —
Delegates from 36 countries at the International Solidarity Encounter in Havana issued a strong declaration against US hostile policies, new sanctions, and threats to Cuba. The event reaffirms global support amid escalating tensions.
Global Voices Unite Against US Aggression Against Cuba
Havana, May 2, 2026 — Representatives from 36 countries gathered in the Cuban capital for the International Encounter of Solidarity with Cuba and Anti-Imperialism “100 Years with Fidel.” The event brought together 766 delegates from 152 political, social, and trade union organizations.
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In their final declaration, participants strongly condemned the US aggression against Cuba, including the economic blockade, energy restrictions, and recent unilateral sanctions. They described these policies as the primary threat to international peace and security today.
The declaration rejected Washington’s hostile approach, which violates the sovereignty of nations and imposes collective punishment on the Cuban people. Delegates highlighted how such actions seek to maintain declining imperialist hegemony through disinformation campaigns.
The gathering underscored Cuba’s resilience and the enduring relevance of Fidel Castro’s humanist and anti-imperialist thought in addressing today’s multidimensional global crises.
Condemnation of New Trump Sanctions
Participants expressed absolute rejection of the new Executive Order signed by President Donald Trump on May 1. This measure imposes coercive unilateral sanctions on key sectors of the Cuban economy, including energy, mining, and defense.
Delegates labeled these actions a flagrant violation of international law. They viewed the sanctions as an attempt to punish the Cuban people for exercising their right to self-determination.
The document also incorporated broader global demands, calling for the immediate release of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, held in the US since January. It further demanded an end to what participants called the Zionist genocide in Palestine and the release of Global Sumud humanitarian flotilla activists.
White House fact sheet on the May 1 Executive Order: whitehouse.gov.
International Solidarity Strengthens Resistance to US Aggression Against Cuba
The encounter highlighted growing international mobilization against US aggression against Cuba. Delegates committed to permanent actions and the creation of a global network to counter media manipulation targeting the island.
They pledged to strengthen the “Nuestra América Convoy” as a mechanism for material and political support. The event also announced the First International Colloquium “Fidel: Legacy and Future,” scheduled for August 10-13.
Cuba’s resistance enjoys unwavering backing from progressive forces worldwide, participants affirmed, as the island commemorates Fidel Castro’s centenary.
Coverage from Cubadebate on the solidarity encounter: cubadebate.cu.
Reaffirmation of Fidel’s Enduring Legacy
In the context of the centenary of Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz, participants reaffirmed the validity of his humanist and anti-imperialist thought. They see it as a fundamental guide for confronting the multidimensional crisis affecting the world today.
The final document includes global demands, such as the immediate release of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, detained in the US since January. It also calls for an end to what it terms the Zionist genocide against the Palestinian people and the release of Global Sumud humanitarian flotilla activists.
Worldwide Mobilization Against US Aggression Against Cuba
The encounter concluded with commitments to strengthen permanent mobilization and build a global network to counter media manipulation targeting Cuba. Participants urged continued support for the “Nuestra América Convoy” as a channel for material and political aid.
They also announced the First International Colloquium “Fidel: Legacy and Future,” set for August 10-13. This reaffirms that Cuban resistance has the unbreakable support of progressive forces worldwide.
Geopolitical Context and Broader Implications
The strong condemnation at the Havana encounter reflects deepening divisions in the Americas and beyond amid renewed US pressure on progressive governments. Following actions in Venezuela and expanded sanctions on Cuba, many nations and movements see a pattern of unilateral policies that challenge multilateral norms and regional stability.
In Latin America and the Caribbean, proclaimed a Zone of Peace, these developments raise concerns about sovereignty and self-determination. Globally, the solidarity expressed underscores resistance to coercive measures, potentially strengthening alliances among countries in the Global South and progressive movements.
The event positions Cuba’s experience as emblematic of broader struggles against external interference, influencing diplomatic efforts and public opinion worldwide as calls grow for dialogue based on respect for international law.