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US military kills two people in latest attack on vessel in the Pacific

US military kills two people in latest attack on vessel in the Pacific

Summary

The U.S. military reported that it killed two people in an attack on a vessel in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. U.S. Southern Command claims they were targeting "narco-terrorists" but did not provide evidence to support the claim. This marks the first recorded strike by the Trump administration in 2026.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. military attacked a vessel in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, resulting in two deaths.
  • U.S. Southern Command oversaw the operation and described the targets as "narco-terrorists."
  • Evidence supporting the involvement of the victims in drug trafficking was not provided by the military.
  • The attack is the latest in a series, with 126 deaths reported from U.S. strikes on vessels since September 2025.
  • Previous U.S. strikes in the Pacific and Caribbean have faced criticism for being potentially illegal under international law.
  • This incident is noted as the first military strike by President Trump's administration in 2026.
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