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Russia's future with Cuba uncertain after new U.S.-Cuba policy

Russia's close economic ties with Cuba are being called into question after America's decision to ease its relationship with the island nation
What Russia thinks of America's shift on Cuba 00:50

Russia was quick to support President's Obama's announcement to "normalize" relations with Cuba. The Kremlin called the move long overdue and proof that sanctions never work. But ever since Russia took over Crimea, President Vladimir Putin has been courting Cuba, which has benefited from Putin's economic support.

Watch the video above to hear CBS News correspondent Charlie D'Agata detail what could be at stake for Russia as America improves its relations with Cuba.

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