On his social media account, the minister stressed that, as a matter of principle, Cuba does not oppose assistance from governments or organizations, as long as it benefits the people and the suffering of the victims is not exploited to gain political advantage under the guise of solidarity.

Rodriguez stated that “the State Department can continue lying about Cuba, but it cannot alter the facts.”

Despite Washington’s proclaimed intention to send aid, there has never been official communication between the two governments to coordinate it. It was the Cuban Catholic Church that informed national authorities about the initiative of their US counterparts.

The text reiterates that Cuba is not opposed to foreign assistance, provided it benefits the people and the needs of the victims are not used for political gain under the guise of solidarity.

All contributions received will be organized and distributed by the relevant authorities, with the participation of social actors such as the Catholic Church itself.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that this donation represents a fraction of the effort undertaken by the Cuban state and people, as well as the cooperation received from numerous countries and organizations, including US entities not affiliated with the US government.

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