Cuba calls Trump's new sanctions 'collective punishment'

The Cuban government has denounced new sanctions imposed by the Trump administration on broad sections of its economy, including energy, defense, and mining, as 'collective punishment'.

Sat May 02 2026

Trump Administration Imposes Broad Sanctions on Cuban Economy

Donald Trump, the US President, announced an executive order last Friday, stating he would impose sanctions on individuals involved in broad sections of the Cuban economy. This move is seen as an effort to increase pressure on Havana following the ousting of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro earlier this year. The sanctions target operators in key sectors such as energy, defense, and mining.

Cuba Strongly Objects to New Sanctions

Cuba's government has condemned the new US sanctions as 'collective punishment'. On May 1st, a large procession outside the American embassy in Havana vowed to 'defend the homeland' in strong opposition to the measures. Cuba argues that these economic pressures from the US will directly harm its citizens.

*Source: The Guardian World (2026-05-02)*

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