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U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz told Cuba's foreign minister to "back up" Tuesday after the Cuban diplomat approached the podium and interrupted his remarks on the floor of the U.N. General Assembly.

"Well, we know. We know where it went. And today we are here to share it to the world," Waltz said as he accused Cuba's government of enriching its leaders while its people suffered.

As the Cuban delegation sought to interrupt his remarks, Waltz fired back.

"I know you don't like to hear this," Waltz said. "This is America, my friend. This is the United Nations. This isn't your communist dictatorship. You cannot silence me."

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Mike Waltz, United States ambassador to the United Nations, speaks during a U.N. Security Council meeting on Maintenance of Peace and Security of Ukraine during the 81st session of the United Nations Sept. 23, 2026, in New York City. (Michael M.…