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The Ambassador of Cuba to Latvia participated in the official activities for the 103 Anniversary of the International recognition of the Republic of Latvia. The Cuban diplomat shared greetings with the main authorities of the Foreign Ministry, starting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Krišjānis Kariņš, its Secretary of State, Andris Pelšs, the Under Secretary of State, Andžejs Viļumsons, and the officials of the Latin American and Caribbean area, headed by the director, Inga Krastiņa. The Ambassador took the opportunity to thank the distinguish authorities on behalf of Cuban people and Government for Latvia's support on the United Nations, against the US' embargo as well as the existing cooperation in various multilateral bodies.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates its deep concern about the continued escalation of violence by Israel in the illegally occupied Palestinian territories, in flagrant violation of the United Nations Charter and International Law, including numerous UN resolutions. The Ministry strongly condemns, once again, the killings of civilians, especially women, children and humanitarian workers of the United Nations system, as well as the indiscriminate bombings against the Palestinian civilian population and the destruction of homes, hospitals and civilian infrastructure.