US Military Conducts Multiple Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats, Resulting in Civilian Casualties
The U.S. military has recently targeted alleged drug trafficking vessels in the Pacific and Caribbean regions, resulting in the deaths of at least 11 individuals across multiple strikes. This series of operations has raised significant concerns regarding the impact on civilian lives, with at least three fatalities reported in each of the recent attacks. Fishermen in the eastern Caribbean are expressing fear for their safety following these incidents. The Pentagon maintains that these strikes are aimed at combating drug smuggling, but key questions remain unanswered regarding the identification of targets and the collateral damage caused by these military actions. Activists and local leaders are calling for greater accountability and scrutiny of U.S. military operations in international waters.
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