Announcing the measures in a post on X, Rubio said the sanctions target those involved in procuring arms and supporting Cuba's military and security apparatus. Today I sanctioned five Cuban entities and eight individuals associated with procuring arms for the regime," Rubio said. "As President Trump has said: the United States will not tolerate a rogue state harboring hostile military, intelligence & terror operations on our doorstep," he added. Rubio also warned that any individual, financial institution or company providing support or services to the sanctioned entities could themselves face US sanctions. Responding to the announcement, the Embassy of Cuba in the United States criticised the sanctions, calling them another step in Washington's long-standing campaign against Havana.