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US military strikes another alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2

US military strikes another alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2

Summary

The U.S. military struck a boat suspected of carrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two men. This is part of a campaign by President Donald Trump’s administration targeting drug-smuggling vessels in Latin American waters.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. military attacked another boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean suspected of drug transport.
  • Two men were killed in this most recent strike.
  • The previous day, a similar strike killed one man and left two survivors.
  • The U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing the boat being hit and catching fire.
  • The campaign to destroy drug boats started in early September under President Donald Trump.
  • At least 196 people have died in these strikes so far.
  • The military has not shown proof that the boats were carrying drugs.
  • The Pentagon inspector general will review if the military followed targeting rules during the strikes but will not investigate their legality.
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