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Trump reinstates tough US policy on cuba, travel ban back in effect

In a major shift, former U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a new directive reversing President Joe Biden’s softer approach toward Cuba. The decision marks the return of strict U.S. policy, reintroducing economic and travel restrictions that had been previously eased. Trump’s move signals a more hardline stance, aiming to pressure the Cuban government on issues such as human rights and political freedom.

According to the White House, the renewed policy will keep all existing economic sanctions on Cuba in place. These sanctions include trade limitations and financial restrictions, which had long been a part of U.S. efforts to influence Cuba’s political direction. The Biden-era efforts to restore diplomatic engagement and ease the economic blockade have now officially been rolled back.

In addition to economic restrictions, the policy also reinstates a travel ban for American tourists planning to visit Cuba. U.S. citizens are once again prohibited from visiting the island nation for leisure purposes. This development is expected to hit Cuba’s struggling tourism sector hard, especially as it had begun to recover from years of decline.

The Trump administration emphasized that these measures aim to support the Cuban people by holding their government accountable. Officials stated that economic relief should not benefit oppressive regimes, and tightening policy is one way to push for democratic reform. Human rights advocates, however, are divided—some support the pressure tactic, while others argue it could worsen hardships for ordinary Cubans.

This renewed policy marks a significant turning point in U.S.-Cuba relations. It also reflects how political leadership changes in Washington can drastically reshape foreign policy. As the international community watches closely, the Cuban government has yet to officially respond to Trump’s announcement.

While it remains to be seen how this will affect long-term relations, one thing is clear: U.S. policy toward Cuba is once again entering a more confrontational phase.

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