A recent analysis argues that Venezuela, in the 21st century, has become a petroleum colony due to the policies of Fidel Castro and his leadership circle. The author contends these policies contributed to Venezuela’s economic decline and further destabilized an already fragile Cuba. The piece suggests Cuba is now awaiting potential intervention or liberation by the United States. The commentary, published by TalCual, paints a bleak picture of both nations’ current situations. It attributes the deterioration to a reliance on oil revenue and the influence of Cuban political strategies. The author implies a direct causal link between the actions of the Cuban government and the current crises in both countries. No further details or supporting evidence were provided in the excerpt.