Why Cuba is Watching Venezuela Intently
19 December 2025

Why Cuba is Watching Venezuela Intently

State of the World from NPR

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Cuba today feels more isolated than ever after years of sanctions from the United States have severely damaged the economy. Now Cubans are watching the U.S. ramp up pressure on the government of Venezuela, Cuba’s most loyal ally and an important trading partner. Our reporter in Havana talks to some Cubans about the current moment.

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