US sanctions Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel in latest move pressuring island’s leadership

The U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, his wife, and three others, including Alejandro Castro Espín, son of former President Raúl Castro. The sanctions follow expanded U.S. measures against Cuba, including a fuel blockade and criminal charges against Raúl Castro, leading to economic hardship on the island.