U.S. Hits Cuba With New Sanctions Over Human Rights, Venezuela

The video discusses the U.S. Commerce Department's decision to impose sanctions on Cuba due to its human rights record and support for Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The sanctions include revoking aircraft lease licenses and expanding restrictions on foreign goods with U.S. content. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross emphasized the need for Cuba to change its behavior. In response, Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel condemned the sanctions as unjust and vowed not to yield.

What recent action did the Commerce Department take regarding Cuba?

What are the implications of the sanctions on Cubans' access to commercial aircraft?

What does the statement about expanding sanctions to foreign goods imply?

What message did Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross convey about the Cuban regime?

How did Cuba's President Miguel Diaz. Canal Bermudez respond to the sanctions?