Russia Urges U.S. to Rethink Naval Blockade on Cuba

In talks with Cuban counterpart Bruno Rodriguez, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov advocated for negotiations instead of a U.S. naval blockade on Cuba. Lavrov called Cuba a 'brotherly nation' and urged the U.S. to act responsibly. Russia supports Cuba and calls for honest dialogue.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met with Cuban counterpart Bruno Rodriguez, urging the United States to engage in negotiations instead of imposing a naval blockade on Cuba.

Lavrov described Cuba as 'a brotherly nation' and emphasized the importance of common sense and responsibility from the U.S. in resolving its differences with Havana.

He rejected accusations against the cooperation between Russia and Cuba and underscored Russia's commitment to assisting Cuba amid challenges, including the provision of oil.

(With inputs from agencies.)