The U.S. on the 20th announced a new round of sanctions on Cuba, which Cuban President Miguel Díaz‑Canel condemned and said Havana will resist. Díaz‑Canel said Washington issues a weekly blacklist on Thursdays that targets individuals and entities for serving Cuba or opposing the U.S. blockade. Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez accused U.S. Secretary of State Rubio of deliberately targeting Cuban firms to damage the economy and impede the government’s provision of basic services. Cuban officials

The U.S. on the 20th announced a new round of sanctions on Cuba, which Cuban President Miguel Díaz‑Canel condemned and said Havana will resist. Díaz‑Canel said Washington issues a weekly blacklist on Thursdays that targets individuals and entities for serving Cuba or opposing the U.S. blockade. Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez accused U.S. Secretary of State Rubio of deliberately targeting Cuban firms to damage the economy and impede the government’s provision of basic services. Cuban officials said the sanctions have notably obstructed shipments of food, medicines and medical devices, most of which are procured by private small and micro enterprises.