United States announces sanctions to suffocate the regime of Cuba
The announcement comes the same day that in Havana thousands of people marched in front of the United States embassy to 'defend the homeland' and denounce threats of military aggression
TL;DR
- New U.S. sanctions ordered by President Donald Trump aim to suffocate Cuba's regime.
- Measures include sanctioning foreign banks dealing with the Cuban government.
- Stricter immigration rules will also be implemented.
- Individuals in energy and mining sectors, and those involved in human rights abuses, will be sanctioned.
- The U.S. administration accuses Cuba of policies harmful to the U.S. and contrary to free societies.
- The announcement coincides with a protest in Havana against perceived U.S. aggression.
- Existing sanctions include the embargo since 1962 and an oil blockade since January.