The Cuban missile crisis 1952
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- U.S. President John F. Kennedy
- My fellow Americans, we have found out that the Soviets have missiles in Cuba. We have established a naval blockade to prevent the entry of more nuclear weapons into Cuba.We are prepared to do whatever it takes to prevent the Soviets from causing any harm or catastrophe.
- (3) What's our next move, sir?
- (1) Oh dear, Khrushchev, this is concerning.
- (4) Prepare our fleet, but avoid direct engagement. You and I are heading to Cuba to attempt negotiations with the Americans.
- (2) I know, Zakharov! Castro has really complicated matters!
- (1) It seems our fleet cannot pass the American's
- (2) *sigh* Alright. I only meant to expand our nuclear strike capability!
- (3) Nikita, what will you do if the Americans reject your offer?
- (4) If they reject the offer, we will continue to seek diplomatic solutions. We do not want a direct confrontation. We must find a peaceful way out of this situation. Peace is our priority.
- (1) Nikita, we must be cautious. We cannot back down, but we must also avoid a nuclear war. I suggest we withdraw the missiles in exchange for some security guarantee.
- (2) You're right, we don't want a war. But we must also protect our influence in Cuba. We will agree to withdraw the missiles if the Americans remove their missiles from Turkey and promise not to invade Cuba.
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