The Dominican Republic has ordered nine members of the Cuban diplomatic mission and their families to depart the country within seven days. This directive marks a significant shift in the diplomatic relations between the two Caribbean nations, which have historically experienced a pattern of both cooperation and friction since the restoration of ties.
Cuban authorities have attributed this expulsion to pressure exerted by the United States. The development occurs as Cuba faces increasing regional isolation and internal challenges, leaving the future trajectory of bilateral relations between Havana and Santo Domingo uncertain.
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