New US sanctions are 'collective punishment', Cuba's FM says during May 1 marches
Summary
Cuba's Foreign Minister condemned new US sanctions as collective punishment during May 1 marches in Havana. The US, led by President Donald Trump, imposed these sanctions targeting key sectors of Cuba’s economy amid a worsening economic crisis worsened by a US fuel blockade.Key Facts
- US President Donald Trump issued new sanctions against Cuba affecting energy, defense, mining, financial services, and security sectors.
- Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez called the sanctions illegal, abusive, and a form of collective punishment.
- The US has maintained a trade embargo on Cuba since 1960 after the 1959 Cuban revolution.
- President Trump said the US might "take over" Cuba "almost immediately" during a speech in Florida.
- Cuba’s economy has suffered from a US-imposed fuel blockade since January 2026, causing shortages and power cuts.
- Thousands marched in Havana on May 1, led by Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel and Raul Castro, pledging to defend the country.
- The US wants Cuba to open its economy to foreign businesses, pay for expropriated properties, and hold free elections.
- Despite recent talks between US officials and Cuba, tensions remain high due to sanctions and the blockade.
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