Cuba Denounces US Sanctions as Collective Punishment Amid May Day Protests
During the May 1 marches, Cuba's foreign minister criticized new US sanctions imposed by President Trump, labeling them as collective punishment that harms the Cuban economy.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 8 days ago
On May 1, 2026, US President Donald Trump announced sanctions targeting significant sectors of the Cuban economy, including energy and defense.
Cuba's foreign minister condemned these measures, describing them as collective punishment that adversely affects the Cuban people.
The timing of the announcement coincided with May Day marches in Cuba, highlighting the tensions between the two nations.