European Parliament Anti-Cuba Resolution: An Act of Interference

Madrid, March 12 (RHC)--The Spanish Deputy of the United Left (IU) Willy Meyer described the anti-Cuba resolution adopted by the European Parliament on Thursday as an act of interference that violates international law. In statements to Prensa Latina, Meyer condemned the document, which was passed by the European Parliament and which he considers a "political manipulative maneuver" orchestrated by right-wing deputies, supported by liberals and social-democrats.

• Humanitarian Entry Visas for Wives of the Cuban Five Demanded in Russia and Bolivia
• Young Cubans to Visit Fidel’s Birthplace Museum in Biran
• Cuban Vice President Esteban Lazo Awards Jose Marti National Journalism Prize
• Cuba Prioritizes Actions to Control and Prevent HIV/AIDS
• Russian Electricity Company Opens Office in Cuba
• Objectivity and Carefulness: Necessary in Contracting

Israel Imposes West Bank Closure After Biden Leaves Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv, March 12 (RHC)-- The Israeli government has imposed new closures on the West Bank, sealing off parts of the occupied territory to prevent what it called "anticipated Palestinian protests." The move came just hours after U.S. Vice President Joe Biden left Israel.

• Suicide Bombings Kill 39 in Pakistan
• U.S. House of Representatives Rejects Withdrawal from Afghanistan
• Greek Workers Hold National Strike Against Austerity Program
• UN Official Says Washington Should Probe Torture
• Pentagon Pledges Weapons Aid to Saudi Arabia
• Lawmakers in U.S. Reject Direct Aid to Haitian Government
• Unemployment in U.S. Increases in 30 States
• U.S. City Closes Public Schools and Fires Hundreds of Teachers