blockade /blŏ-kād′/ noun

The isolation of a nation, area, city, or harbor by hostile ships or forces in order to prevent the entrance and exit of traffic and commerce. 

The forces used to effect this isolation.

The shutting up of a place by troops or ships, with the purpose of preventing ingress or egress, or the reception of supplies.

"the blockade of the ports of an enemy"

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The author needs to learn the difference between a blockade and an embargo. Cuba hasn't been under blockade since the end of the missile crisis.