US military strike kills two pushing death toll in alleged ‘narco boat’ campaign to at least 188
Summary
The US military conducted a strike on a boat in the Caribbean Sea, killing two people as part of an ongoing campaign against drug trafficking. Since early September, this campaign led by President Trump’s administration has killed at least 188 people by targeting vessels suspected of carrying drugs, though clear evidence has not been shared.Key Facts
- The US military bombed another boat in the Caribbean Sea on Monday, killing two people.
- The campaign to destroy drug-smuggling boats began in early September under President Trump.
- At least 188 people have died in these military strikes targeting alleged drug traffickers.
- The strikes have also taken place in the eastern Pacific Ocean.
- The US military has not provided proof that the targeted boats were carrying drugs.
- Mexico has warned the US not to repeat involvement in these anti-drug operations.
- The campaign grew during a time the US increased military presence in the region.
- President Trump described this as an “armed conflict” to stop drug flow and reduce overdose deaths in the US.
- Critics question the legality and evidence behind these strikes on boats.
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