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US military kills three in another strike on Caribbean vessel

US military kills three in another strike on Caribbean vessel

Summary

The U.S. military, following orders from President Donald Trump, conducted a strike on a ship in the Caribbean involved in drug smuggling. Three men on board the vessel were killed in the operation, which took place in international waters. The strikes are part of a larger operation that has been ongoing since early September.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. strike was authorized by President Donald Trump.
  • The ship was targeted due to its involvement in drug smuggling.
  • The attack took place in international waters.
  • Three men, labeled as "narco-terrorists," were killed in the strike.
  • This was the second strike in the week, with a previous attack on Wednesday killing four people.
  • In total, the operations have killed over 62 people and destroyed 14 boats.
  • The Trump administration claims the strikes target drug smuggling, but has not shown evidence publicly.
  • The U.N. has criticized the strikes as violating international law and being extrajudicial killings.
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