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While the Caribbean witnessed open military conflicts, numerous covert operations unfolded in the shadows. Notably, Operation Condor, although primarily targeted in South America, also seeped into the Caribbean. The methods employed included kidnappings, assassinations, and a ruthless crackdown on perceived communist sympathizers.
The Enduring Legacy
The abrupt end of the Cold War in the early 1990s did not wipe the slate clean for the Caribbean. The collapse of the Soviet Union meant more than just a political shift; it plunged Cuba into a severe economic crisis known as the "Special Period", characterized by shortages and deprivation. Through resilience and adaptation, Cuba managed to emerge with a changed yet persistent revolutionary spirit.