US diplomat Rubio targets Cuban military officials, companies in sanctions
US says the five entities and eight individuals sanctioned help Cuba acquire military equipment from Russia and China.
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US sanctions Cuban military officials, firms tied to weapons procurement
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The United States imposed sanctions on five Cuban entities and eight individuals accused of helping Cuba acquire military equipment from Russia and China. The sanctioned targets include Cuban military officials and companies involved in weapons procurement, as well as Havana's military attachés to China and Russia.
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US sanctions Cuban military officials, firms tied to weapons procurement
WASHINGTON, Aug 6 - The United States imposed sanctions Thursday on five Cuban entities and eight individuals who help Cuba secure weapons and maintain relationships with foreign militaries, including Havana's military attaches to China and Russia.