Latest sanctions target military-controlled conglomerate, come as effective US fuel blockade continues. The United States has imposed a host of new sanctions related to Cuba, amid a months-long pressure campaign against the island nation. The sanctions on Thursday were announced hours after United Nations experts decried Washington’s effective fuel blockade of the island as tantamount to “energy starvation”. Recommended Stories list of 3 items list 1 of 3 Cuban president defiant amid US pressure and energy blockade threats list 2 of 3 Cuba confirms talks with US officials, wants end to Trump’s energy blockade list 3 of 3 Petro becomes first president to visit Venezuela since Maduro abduction end of list The measures target Grupo de Administracion Empresarial SA (GAESA), a conglomerate ‌controlled by the country’s military with ties to nearly all segments of its economy.…