Cuban Missiles
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The term "Cuban Missiles" typically refers to the Cuban Missile Crisis, a pivotal event during the Cold
War in October 1962. Here are the key points about the Cuban Missiles:
1.
Context:
The Cuban Missile Crisis was a 13-day confrontation between the United States and the
Soviet Union, prompted by the discovery of Soviet ballistic missiles deployed in Cuba.
2.
Background:
In response to the failed Bay of Pigs Invasion and fearing U.S. invasion, Soviet
Premier Nikita Khrushchev agreed to place nuclear missiles in Cuba. The missiles had the
capability to reach major U.S. cities.
3.
Discovery:
U.S. reconnaissance aircraft discovered the missile sites in Cuba on October 14, 1962.
President John F. Kennedy was informed of the discovery on October 16.
4.
Blockade:
On October 22, 1962, President Kennedy announced a naval blockade (termed a
"quarantine") of Cuba to prevent further Soviet shipments of military equipment.
5.
Tense Period:
The world entered a tense period known as the Cuban Missile Crisis, with both
superpowers on the brink of nuclear conflict. The U.S. demanded the removal of the missiles,
and a standoff ensued.
6.
Negotiations:
Behind-the-scenes negotiations took place between Kennedy and Khrushchev. On
October 28, 1962, an agreement was reached, with the U.S. pledging not to invade Cuba, and
the Soviets agreeing to dismantle their missile sites.
7.
Aftermath:
As part of the agreement, the U.S. also secretly agreed to dismantle its missile sites
in Turkey. The Cuban Missile Crisis is considered a major turning point in the Cold War,
highlighting the dangers of nuclear brinkmanship.
8.
Hotline Establishment:
In the aftermath of the crisis, the U.S. and the Soviet Union established a
direct hotline between the White House and the Kremlin to improve communication and reduce
the risk of similar crises.
The Cuban Missile Crisis brought the world close to nuclear war and underscored the need for diplomatic
solutions and communication between superpowers to avoid catastrophic consequences.
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