Summary
The U.S. military reported another strike in the Caribbean Sea targeting drug smugglers, resulting in the deaths of three people. The U.S. Southern Command shared a video of the attack and stated that the boat was part of narco-trafficking operations. Concerns have been raised about the legality of these actions, with claims of extrajudicial killings.
Key Facts
- The U.S. military conducted a strike in the Caribbean Sea against drug smugglers.
- Three individuals were killed in the attack.
- The U.S. Southern Command provided a video showing the boat exploding.
- The campaign of strikes began last year and has reportedly killed about 150 people.
- UN experts and rights advocates have raised concerns over possible violations of international laws.
- The U.S. government claims the targeted boats were involved in drug carrying, but provided limited evidence.
- President Trump supports the military campaign as a war on drugs.
- Mexico is also taking action against drug cartels following the death of a cartel leader.
