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This contrasted with other speakers’ focus on the humanitarian effects of U.S. measures."},{"key":"energy-crisis","label":"Energy and Fuel Crisis","description":"Speakers repeatedly focused on fuel shortages, nationwide blackouts, and the collapse of electricity generation in Cuba. Many linked the worsening power crisis to restrictions on oil deliveries and access to energy supplies."},{"key":"military-threats","label":"Threats of Military Force","description":"A number of speakers warned against military threats, regime-change rhetoric, and any escalation toward armed action against Cuba. They argued that such language endangers regional peace and violates core principles of the UN Charter."},{"key":"state-sponsor-list","label":"Cuba’s Designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism","description":"Several delegations called for Cuba to be removed from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism. They argued that the designation is arbitrary and worsens Cuba’s financial isolation and access to international markets."},{"key":"charter-sovereignty","label":"Sovereignty, Non-Intervention, and the UN Charter","description":"Many speakers framed the debate around sovereign equality, non-interference in internal affairs, and respect for international law. They argued that unilateral coercive measures undermine the UN Charter and multilateralism."},{"key":"diplomatic-dialogue","label":"Dialogue and Diplomatic Engagement","description":"A recurring theme was the call for peaceful dialogue between the United States and Cuba. Multiple delegations argued that negotiation and constructive engagement are the only credible way to reduce tensions and address humanitarian concerns."},{"key":"humanitarian-impact","label":"Humanitarian Impact on the Population","description":"Many statements emphasized the effects on ordinary Cubans, including shortages of food, medicines, water, transport, and basic services. Particular concern was expressed for children, patients, pregnant women, and other vulnerable groups."},{"key":"medical-cooperation","label":"Cuban International Medical Cooperation","description":"Several delegations defended Cuba’s overseas medical missions as an important form of South-South solidarity and lifesaving assistance. The United States, however, portrayed these deployments as exploitative labor practices, making the issue sharply contested."},{"key":"extraterritorial-sanctions","label":"Extraterritorial and Secondary Sanctions","description":"A major topic was the use of sanctions affecting third countries, companies, banks, and shipping operators that deal with Cuba. Delegations criticized these measures, including Helms-Burton provisions, as unlawful and harmful to international trade."}]}}