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Cuban Embassy in Washington, U.S. suffers terrorist attack

Photo: teleSUR

September 25 |

The Cuban embassy in Washington, United States (USA), was the target of an attack on Sunday that left no victims, denounced the Cuban Foreign Minister, Bruno Rodriguez.

In a message published on the social network X, the foreign minister of the largest of the Antilles indicated: “On the night of today, 9/24, the Cuban Embassy in the United States was the target of a terrorist attack by an individual who threw 2 Molotov cocktails”.

The official pointed out that there was no damage to personnel and that details are still being clarified.

Rodriguez commented that this is the second violent attack against the diplomatic headquarters in Washington since April 2020. “On that occasion, an individual fired with an assault rifle against the headquarters,” he specified.

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“Anti-Cuban groups turn to terrorism when they feel impunity, something Cuba has repeatedly warned U.S. authorities about,” the head of the Caribbean island’s diplomacy concluded.

The Venezuelan Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yván Gil, issued a message to condemn the attack suffered this Sunday night by the Cuban diplomatic legation in the U.S. capital.

“From Venezuela, we condemn this new terrorist attack against the sovereign integrity of Cuba, and we stand in solidarity with its people and authorities,” said the foreign minister of the South American country.

The government of the President of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, through the Foreign Ministry, issued a statement in which it expressed its solidarity with the people and government of Cuba in the face of the attack perpetrated against the embassy in Washington.

“The Government of Mexico condemns the attack against the Cuban Embassy in Washington, D.C.,” said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in a message published on the social network X.

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US panel backs Trump-themed coin amid controversy

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According to the proposal, the coin will feature an image of Trump standing with clenched fists over a desk on the obverse, while the reverse will display an eagle, a traditional symbol of the United States.

The sale price of the collectible has not yet been disclosed, although the United States Mint typically offers similar items for more than $1,000.

“There is no more iconic portrait for the front of these coins than that of our president Donald Trump,” U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach said in a statement sent to AFP. He added that two additional coins — a $1 piece and a one-ounce gold coin — are also under consideration.

However, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC), another body responsible for reviewing new coin proposals, declined to discuss the Trump design in late February.

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“Only nations governed by kings or dictators place the image of a sitting leader on their currency,” said Donald Scarinciat the time. “No country in the world has minted coins featuring a democratically elected leader during their term in office,” he added.

When contacted by AFP, the Treasury Department did not immediately respond to requests for further comment.

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Waller, who had supported interest rate cuts over the past year amid concerns about the labor market, said he has shifted his stance in recent weeks due to rising inflation risks.

“Since the Strait of Hormuz was closed, it suggests this conflict could be much more prolonged and that oil prices will remain elevated for longer,” Waller said in an interview with CNBC.

“Therefore, this indicates that inflation is a greater concern than I had previously assessed,” he added.

Waller also backed the Federal Reserve’s decision earlier this week to keep interest rates unchanged, signaling a more cautious approach as global geopolitical tensions continue to affect economic outlooks.

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Brazil offers to mediate Colombia-Ecuador tensions, calls for restraint

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In a statement released Wednesday, Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged the parties involved to act with moderation and seek a peaceful resolution to the dispute.

“Brazil encourages all sides to act with moderation in order to find a peaceful solution to the controversy. It stands ready to support dialogue efforts aimed at preserving peace and security in the region,” the statement said.

Brazil also expressed “serious concern” over reports of deaths in the border area between Colombia and Ecuador, noting that the circumstances surrounding the incidents have not yet been clarified.

The diplomatic move comes amid rising tensions between the neighboring countries, increasing regional concern over stability and security along their shared border.