Cuba is facing its worst crisis in decades, with blackouts and a mass exodus that has seen 20% of the population flee in five years. In this episode, we shed light on everyday life amid ongoing economic hardship, explore the durability of the Cuban regime and assess whether its grip on power is at risk. The conversation expands to Cuba’s evolving relationships with key international allies, including Russia, China, and Venezuela. Finally, we turn to U.S. foreign policy, focusing on the implications of Trump’s return to the White House. Our guest is Patrick Oppmann, CNN’s Havana bureau chief.
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Guest:
Patrick Oppmann is a CNN International Correspondent & Havana Bureau Chief
Host:
Brian Winter is the editor-in-chief of Americas Quarterly
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