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President Trump is officially rolling back some Obama-era policies on Cuba.

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The US and Cuba spent more than 50 years ignoring each other, thanks to that time the CIA unsuccessfully planned an invasion into Cuba. And that time Cuba let the Soviet Union build missile launch sites there and almost started a nuclear war. And the two don't see eye to eye, especially because of Cuba's alleged human rights violations. That led to a freeze of US-Cuba relations that's only started to thaw a few years ago under President Obama – and an economic embargo that still exists today. Congress has the power to lift it, but many lawmakers aren't on board.

What's happening now?

A few months ago, President Trump announced he's pressing rewind to pre-Obama policies. Yesterday, he made it official. He's banning Americans from visiting dozens of hotels, stores, and other businesses in Havana – ones with ties to Cuba's government. And most American travelers can't go there unless it's with a tour group or representative approved by the State Department. Trump's admin says these rules will help prevent American money from going to the communist gov.

Should I cancel my trip to Cuba?

Not necessarily. Your TBD Cuba plans depend on a few things, like your travel purpose (personal, humanitarian, educational) and when you booked your trip. One of the only ways you can now travel solo is by doing a trip that supports the Cuban people – but be prepared to have full itineraries and put your money towards small businesses while you're there.

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The UN thinks it's time the US drops its 1960s embargo. It says Cuba shouldn't be isolated from one of the strongest economies in the world. But the US says it won't budge until the "continued repression" there stops.

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