The news coming from Beirut (Lebanese capital) is horrifying. As has happened in Gaza, another Zionist genocide of scorched earth and martyred people is taking place there, with the use of weapons prohibited by international agreements.

Cuba demands action from the UN, he said.

In his message, the Cuban leader posted a link to a Prensa Latina report describing the destruction of civilian infrastructure by Zionist aircraft, while the government claims to be aiming at military targets.

Israel’s constant bombardments cause civilian casualties, while preventing humanitarian assistance to the population under attack.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs also expressed concern over these events in the Middle East, motivated by Israel’s aggressive policy, with the military, logistical and political backing of the U.S. government.

It pointed out that the Government of the Hebrew country, instead of seeking a negotiated solution that guarantees a ceasefire, has lashed out and intensified its irresponsible aggression against Lebanon, Syria and Yemen, in absolute disregard for the principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations.

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cuba has been warning of the danger of further escalation in the Middle East, as a result of these actions and the aggressiveness and impunity with which Israel acts,” the text stressed.

It reiterated that peace will only be possible in the Middle East through a comprehensive, lasting and just solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, which contemplates the creation of a sovereign and independent Palestinian State on the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

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