The Vandenberg Coalition recently highlighted a new "Vandenberg Flash Focus" podcast episode, "Reconnaissance on Communist Cuba," which delves into the persistent threat Cuba poses to the United States. John Suarez, Executive Director of the Center for a Free Cuba, joined the podcast to discuss Cuba's status as a dictatorship, its partnerships with U.S. adversaries, and potential policy responses.
The discussion underscored Cuba's continued proximity as a threat, just 90 miles from American shores. The podcast explored how the regime collaborates with hostile nations to undermine American interests, examining the long-standing challenges and various options for confronting this threat.
Beyond Cuba, the coalition's recent activities and recommended readings cover a broad spectrum of international relations. Topics include the significance of American sovereignty and enterprise, China's energy strategy and its implications for U.S. strategic dependence, and the potential perils of a Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) foreign policy.
Further analyses from Vandenberg Coalition members address Iranian ballistic missile operations, the complex situation in Lebanon, U.S.-Iran diplomatic engagements, and the broader U.S. alliance system. Discussions also extend to the state of NATO, the Indo-Pacific region, and the ongoing conflicts in Europe, including the war in Ukraine, offering diverse perspectives on global security challenges.