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CIA and Castro: A Complex Rapport
This chapter examines the shifting perceptions of the CIA towards Fidel Castro's regime in the early 1960s, highlighting the agency's paranoia about communism juxtaposed with Castro's increasing popularity in America. It discusses significant events including an encounter between a CIA agent and Castro, the failed Bay of Pigs invasion, and the influence of President John F. Kennedy's policies on U.S.-Cuba relations. The narrative captures the chaotic political landscape of the time, revealing the intricate interplay of covert operations, misunderstandings, and shifting alliances.