US sanctions Cuban president as Trump turns up heat on island’s leadership The U.S. State Department has imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel, four other individuals, and five government entities. These sanctions are part of the Trump administration’s strategy to end Cuba’s alleged campaign against the U.S. and hold accountable those profiting from oppression. Foreign entities doing business with the sanctioned parties are warned of potential sanctions.

• U.S. State Department sanctioned Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel, four individuals, and five entities.
• Sanctions aim to end the Cuban regime’s alleged campaign against the U.S. and hold accountable those who sustain its operations.
• The U.S. warns foreign banks and companies against providing services to sanctioned parties.
• This move is part of the Trump administration’s increased pressure on Cuba’s leadership.
• The Justice Department recently indicted former Cuban President Raul Castro and others in connection with a 1996 plane shootdown.