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Abcnews.comJune 11, 2026U.S.-Cuba relations
US slaps sanctions against Cuban oil and gas company as tensions rise
Summary
According to ABC News, the U.S. government has imposed sanctions on Cuba’s state-owned oil and gas company, a step that could further strain already tense relations between Washington and Havana. The move is part of broader U.S. pressure on Cuba and may affect the island’s energy sector, which depends heavily on imported fuel and limited foreign access.
Why this matters
Energy is a critical part of Cuba’s economy and daily life, so sanctions on a major state company can have effects beyond diplomacy. This story also reflects the long-running role of U.S. sanctions in shaping Cuba’s economic constraints and bilateral tensions.
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