Top Cuban general, key forces in Syria to aid Assad, Russia, sources say apparently to man Russian tanks.

On Wednesday, a U.S. official confirmed to Fox News that Cuban paramilitary and special forces units are on the ground in Syria, citing evidence from intelligence reports. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said Cuban troops may have been training in Russia and may have arrived in Syria on Russian planes.

You may recall that Russia is seeking military base(s) in Cuba, according to Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu.

For what it’s worth, currently there are three countries designated as State Sponsors of Terrorism: Iran, Sudan, and Syria

Designation under the above-referenced authorities also implicates other sanctions laws that penalize persons and countries engaging in certain trade with state sponsors.

But, as Hillary put it, what difference does it make? Raul knows what he can get away with.

UPDATE
The 1980s Called Again.
At times, I’m tempted to do posts with 1970-80s news stories.