Trump admin expands its war on "narco-terrorists" to eastern Pacific
Summary
The U.S. announced two military strikes targeting vessels in the eastern Pacific, killing five individuals described as "narco-terrorists." The Trump administration is expanding its military operations against drug trafficking beyond the Caribbean, which has raised concerns over transparency and legality from lawmakers.Key Facts
- The U.S. reported killing five people in two separate military strikes in the eastern Pacific.
- These strikes are part of a larger campaign against "narco-terrorists."
- The Trump administration has acknowledged over three dozen deaths from nine separate strikes.
- This is the first time the administration confirmed strikes outside the Caribbean.
- Lawmakers, including Senator Todd Young, expressed concerns about the lack of information regarding the strikes.
- The strikes were aimed at vessels using known drug trafficking routes.
- Colombian President Gustavo Petro criticized the strikes as violating international law and claimed they resulted in civilian deaths.
- President Trump announced plans to reduce aid and impose tariffs on Colombia following Petro's remarks.
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