USA US military attacks alleged drug smuggling boat again
The US military has once again attacked a boat carrying suspected drug smugglers in the Eastern Pacific, killing three men in the process, according to the US military.
21.02.2026, 03:22
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The ship was operated by terrorist organizations and was on a known smuggling route, the responsible regional command (Southcom) announced on Platform X. A video was released that appears to show the boat exploding after an attack.
US President Donald Trump's administration has been repeatedly attacking boats in the Caribbean and the Eastern Pacific since last fall, justifying this by wanting to prevent cross-border drug smuggling. According to critics, the deadly attacks in international waters violate international law. According to official figures, more than 130 people have already been killed.
