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US slaps sanctions against Cuban oil and gas company as tensions rise
By Kevin Boulandier at WSVN 7 News
· June 11, 2026
· 2 min read
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The U.S. government on Thursday announced sanctions against Cuba’s state-owned oil and gas company in a move expected to increase tensions between the two countries. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio asserted that key assets of the company, known as Cupet, were “unlawf
Key takeaway government on Thursday announced sanctions against Cuba’s state-owned oil and gas company in a move expected to increase tensions between the two countries.
Why this matters in The Miami
For Miami's large Cuban-American community, the latest sanctions against Cuba's state-owned oil and gas company are a significant development. Many in Little Havana and other neighborhoods with strong Cuban ties will be watching closely to see how these sanctions affect their families and friends still living on the island. The sanctions are also likely to exacerbate the already dire economic situation in Cuba, potentially leading to increased migration to South Florida. Miami-Dade County, which has a long history of providing aid and support to Cuban refugees, may need to prepare for a potential influx of new arrivals. Additionally, the sanctions could have implications for Miami's business community, particularly those with ties to the energy sector or who conduct trade with Cuba. As tensions between the US and Cuba continue to rise, Miami will remain a key hub for Cuban-American relations and a focal point for the impact of these sanctions.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 11, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The U.S. government on Thursday announced sanctions against Cuba’s state-owned oil and gas company in a move expected to increase tensions between the two countries. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio asserted that key assets of the company, known as Cupet, were “unlawf
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