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Cuban and Jamaican Leaders Clash Over US Embargo

Updated 2026-09-07 20:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Cuba reports record losses from the US embargo, while Jamaica urges UK to provide slavery reparations. Both nations face ongoing economic challenges due to historical policies.

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Al Jazeera

UK government refuses slavery reparations as Jamaica urges king to act

Britain expresses sorrow over slavery, but rejects financial compensation.

2026-09-07 19:48 UTC

Al Jazeera

Cuba says no negotiations with US despite ‘genocidal’ blockade

Cuba reports record losses from the US embargo as foreign minister describes months of punishing blackouts.

2026-09-07 19:58 UTC