Eleven killed in multiple strikes on alleged drug boats, US military says
Summary
The US military reported that 11 people died in strikes on three boats suspected of drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific and Caribbean. These actions are part of a larger operation by the US to target boats allegedly involved in drug smuggling, authorized by President Trump. Some legal experts question the legality of these strikes, while families of the deceased have filed lawsuits against the US government.Key Facts
- The US military conducted strikes on three boats, resulting in 11 deaths.
- The boats were in the Eastern Pacific and Caribbean and were allegedly involved in drug trafficking.
- President Trump has approved over 40 strikes against suspected drug boats since September.
- The US Southern Command stated the boats were on known drug trafficking routes.
- No US military personnel were injured during these operations.
- The operation aims to remove "narco-terrorists" and secure the US from drugs.
- Over 130 people have died in these strikes, and the legality is under question by some experts.
- Families of the deceased have filed lawsuits, claiming the strikes were unlawful.
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