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May 7, 2026

US imposes sanctions on Cuba's military conglomerate GAESA and mining ventures as Trump escalates pressure

The Trump administration imposed financial sanctions on Cuba's military-run business conglomerate GAESA and a Cuban-Canadian mining joint venture, prompting Toronto-based Sherritt to withdraw from its Cuban operations. Despite Trump's repeated threats that 'Cuba is next,' the US ruled out imminent military action.

May 7, 2026·2 sources

Apr 11, 2026

China and Russia Express Support for Cuba as US Tightens Pressure on Havana

China and Russia rallied behind Cuba's government amid mounting US pressure, as Moscow's deputy foreign minister concluded a Havana visit and Beijing signaled support, while Cuban President Díaz-Canel vowed to resist US demands for his resignation.

Apr 11, 2026·4 sources

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▪The United States removed Nicolás Maduro as leader of Venezuela in January 2026.
▪The Trump administration imposed an energy blockade on Cuba in January 2026.
▪Venezuela was Cuba's main source of energy before January 2026.

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Sanctions & economic countermeasures Trump foreign policy US-Cuba relations Rising US-Cuba tensions Russia’s domestic politics

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