During a recent event, US President Donald Trump stated that the United States could 'take over' Cuba 'almost immediately,' hinting at possible military action alongside expanded sanctions against the Cuban government. The new executive order broadens sanctions to target individuals and entities linked to Cuba's security apparatus and key sectors like energy and finance. Trump emphasized that these measures aim to exert pressure on Havana, citing concerns over national security and Cuba's alleged connections to Iran and Hezbollah. In response, Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla condemned the sanctions as 'unilateral coercive measures' that violate international law, asserting that the US has no right to impose such actions. The sanctions could impact foreign companies, particularly in oil, mining, and banking, potentially leading to penalties for operations previously thought to be separate from US interests. The US has also restricted energy supplies to Cuba, exacerbating fuel shortages and power cuts on the island, which the Trump administration claims is on the verge of collapse.