On Friday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order that expands U.S. sanctions against the Cuban government, aiming to increase pressure on Havana amid geopolitical tensions. The sanctions specifically target individuals and entities that support the Cuban government's security forces or engage in corruption and serious human rights violations. While the specific individuals or entities affected by the sanctions have not been disclosed, the order allows for secondary sanctions against those conducting transactions with the targeted parties. This move follows Trump's assertion that Cuba is aligned with Iran and militant groups like Hezbollah, which he claims poses a security threat to the United States. The sanctions come as part of a broader strategy by the Trump administration, which has already taken military action in Venezuela against President Nicolás Maduro. The administration views Cuba as a potential next target in its efforts to reshape the political landscape in the region.