Pakistan, May 2 -- US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order expanding sanctions against the Cuban government and its affiliates, intensifying Washington's pressure campaign on Cuba. The move targets individuals, entities, and affiliates accused of supporting Cuba's security apparatus or involvement in corruption and human rights violations.

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According to White House officials, the new order broadens existing sanctions and allows restrictions to apply to foreign individuals or organisations operating in sectors linked to the Cuban economy, including energy, defence, financial services, metals, mining, and security. The measures also authorise secondary sanctions on tho...