Do you know why Cuba went to the Soviet Union and asked for nukes? Because they needed deterrence after a failed US invasion attempt. Initially, Castro tried to be a good neighbor and even went on a US tour [0].

It was through American arrogance and aggressive attitudes that relations soured to the point where the Cubans thought they needed a deterrent.

It seems you guys still haven't learned your lesson.

[0] https://www.politico.com/story/2013/04/this-day-in-politics-...