The US has expanded sanctions on Cuba by imposing restrictions on seven organizations, AFP reported referring to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

"We will continue to stop the flow of money into the pockets of those who oppress the Cuban people. 61 years of oppression and dictatorship are enough," Pompeo tweeted. "To the Cuban people: you deserve better and we stand with you."

According to the State Department, new additions are seven "subentities" controlled by the Cuban military, including Fincimex, three hotels, two diving centers, and a tourist marine park.

The State Department believes that most of the tourism industry in Cuba is supposedly controlled by the military, so the US is urging everyone visiting this country to use the services of small businesses.