U.S. policies under scrutiny: Luis Arce criticizes alleged interventionist actions, expresses support for Cuba

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Crackdown on Cuba: Arce Blasts US in Solidarity

La Paz, Feb 3 - In a show of solidarity, Bolivian President Luis Arce lambasted the US Government's latest move against Cuba, branding it as a "desperate attempt" to tighten the "economic screws" around the Caribbean nation.

"We're with Cuba, standing against these destructive actions by the US," Arce declared in a social media post on Monday. He criticized the US for using "threats, asset freezes, and intimidation tactics" to deter foreign investors from pouring money into Cuba, activities which he deemed contradictory to UN resolutions.

Senator Marco Rubio approved the reinstatement of the Cuba Restricted List on Friday, a blacklist that bans certain transactions with entities linked to Cuba's military, intelligence, or security services. Rubio argued that these entities use their economic control to repress the Cuban people and monitor them closely.

Bolivia denounced these interventionist policies, claiming they have been orchestrated by a smear campaign aiming to sow discord and spread fear among the Cuban populace. Despite intense pressure from the US, Bolivia continues to maintain close ties with its Cuban counterpart, as exemplified by its support from the Arce Government.

Tensions between the two countries have escalated over the years, with decades of sanctions and diplomatic tensions dominating US-Cuba relations. The return of Cuba to the US's list of state sponsors of terrorism and the reinstatement of the Cuba Restricted List have notably worsened the situation. Furthermore, the Trump administration has halted biannual migration talks, jeopardizing the migration management under the 1994 U.S.-Cuba Accords.

This turn of events can be traced back to Marco Rubio's influence within the administration. As a stern proponent of tougher sanctions, Rubio has consistently advocated for pressuring Cuba to change its regime. The bipartisan hostility in the US towards Cuba has resulted in the administration maintaining key Trump-era restrictions, making it difficult for the island nation to escape economic hardship.

This policy shift reflects a return to Cold War-era tensions, as the US prioritizes its geopolitical ambitions over diplomatic engagement. The consequences of this policy are dire, with food, medicine, and fuel shortages becoming increasingly common in Cuba, exacerbating the already dire economic situation. The US also encourages its allies to limit their engagement with Cuba, further isolating the nation.

If you're interested, here's a bit more about the ongoing Cuba saga and its impact on global politics:

The Persistent Cold War: US-Cuba Relations Over Decades Explore the historical context of US-Cuba relations and the shift in diplomatic approaches over the years.
Rubio's Role in Cuba Policy Learn about the pivotal role Marco Rubio has played in steering US policy towards Cuba.
Humanitarian and Diplomatic Consequences Examine the humanitarian and diplomatic fallout of the US's strict policy towards Cuba, as well as its implications for the broader global community.

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Luis Arce
United States (US)
Cuba
La Paz
Marco Rubio
Evo Morales
Economic Blockade (Cuba)
Interventionism
Movement for Socialism (MAS)
Miguel Díaz-Canel
State Sponsor of Terrorism (Cuba)

The Bolivian President, Luis Arce, has intensified his criticisms of the US policy towards Cuba, stating that recent sanctions are a "desperate attempt" to further strain the Caribbean nation.
Supposedly aiming to deter foreign investors, the US has been using sanctions, asset freezes, and intimidation tactics, actions that Bolivia argues contradict UN resolutions and international politics.
In the face of mounting US pressure, the Bolivian government remains steadfast in its support of Cuba, a stance that reflects a larger focus on policy-and-legislative ties with the war-and-conflicts-stricken nation.
The war of words between the US and Cuba hasn't shown any signs of abating, as the reinstatement of the Cuba Restricted List and the designation of Cuba as a state sponsor of terrorism have further intensified tensions between the two countries.
General-news outlets have reported that theConfirmation of Marco Rubio's influence within the administration supposedly indicates a return to Cold War-era tensions, with the US prioritizing geopolitical ambitions over diplomatic engagement and humanitarian concerns, thereby exacerbating the ongoing economic and humanitarian crises in Cuba.