Two killed in strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific Ocean, US military says
Summary
The US military launched a strike on a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean that it said was involved in drug smuggling, killing two people. The strike is part of an ongoing campaign under President Donald Trump targeting suspected drug trafficking vessels.Key Facts
- The strike happened on April 24 in the eastern Pacific Ocean.
- US Southern Command said the boat was following known drug trafficking routes.
- Two men described as "narco-terrorists" were killed; no US personnel were harmed.
- The strike was ordered by General Francis L Donovan of Joint Task Force Southern Spear.
- The US has carried out dozens of similar strikes since September under President Trump.
- More than 180 people have reportedly died in these strikes targeting drug boats.
- Critics question the evidence and legality of the strikes, saying they may violate international law and affect civilians.
- The US government claims it is at war with drug cartels and considers crews of drug boats as combatants.
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