This isn’t meant to be a discussion on the morality of the embargo, but the affects of the embargo ending for both countries. These affects can be political, economic, or social.

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    9 months ago

    What does Russia in 2024 have to do with the blockade? Cuba has been trying to peacefully trade with the US for 60 years - even when the USSR provided aid.

    Make no mistake about who is imposing the embargo

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      9 months ago

      Besides nationalizing US businesses without compensation, Cuba got in pretty hot water during the Cold War for its hosting of Soviet Nukes. While I completely agree the embargo is pointless at this time, the increased presence of Russian influence could stir up some old feelings.

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        9 months ago

        US businesses? You mean mob-run casinos? Or hereditary plantation owners?

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          9 months ago

          Worse. Oil. I’m not defending their decisions, I’m just explaining why I think it’s unlikely.