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WorldUS strikes vessel in eastern Pacific, killing two accused drug traffickers

After a pause of more than two months, the US military says it struck a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing two people accused of drug trafficking. Southern Command says the campaign has now carried out 67 strikes and killed 223 people, but provided no evidence that the vessel was carrying drugs. Critics have questioned the operation’s legality and effectiveness.

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TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-08-24 20:23Original

US strikes vessel in eastern Pacific, killing two accused drug traffickers
US strikes vessel in eastern Pacific, killing two accused drug traffickersWorld