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Trump expands sanctions on Cuba targets Iran and Hezbollah links and Havana corruption
International
Published on 1 May 2026
New secondary sanctions could hit third parties fast
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order expanding U.S. sanctions on Cuba, aiming at people and entities tied to the island’s security apparatus as well as those accused of corruption and human rights abuses. The order also enables secondary sanctions for third-party transactions, signaling tougher pressure on Havana after recent U.S. moves targeting Venezuela.
- Trump’s executive order broadens Cuba sanctions
- Targets security-linked figures plus corruption and rights violators
- Secondary sanctions may penalize third-party transactions
- Move follows recent U.S. actions in Venezuela
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