In a series of recent events, the United States military has conducted lethal strikes on alleged drug smuggling boats in the Caribbean Sea, resulting in the deaths of multiple individuals. The strikes, which have been part of an ongoing campaign against narco-terrorism at sea, have sparked international condemnation and calls for transparency and accountability.
According to a report by Fox News, a bipartisan pair of senators has demanded that Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth release the military orders for these Caribbean boat strikes targeting alleged narco-terrorists. The senators’ request underscores growing concerns about the legality and justification of these military actions.
The United Nations has also weighed in on the issue, condemning the deadly U.S. strikes on alleged drug smuggling boats. The U.N. has labeled the attacks in the Caribbean Sea near Venezuela and the Eastern Pacific Ocean as “unacceptable” and a violation of international human rights law. This condemnation highlights the global scrutiny and criticism facing the U.S. military’s actions in the region.
In a recent announcement, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth revealed that a new strike on an alleged drug vessel in the Caribbean resulted in the deaths of three individuals. This latest strike brings the total number of people killed in U.S. strikes to at least 64 individuals. Hegseth stated that the vessel was operated by a U.S.-designated terrorist organization, but did not specify which group was targeted in the strike.
The U.S. military’s escalation of strikes in the Caribbean has raised concerns about the potential consequences of these actions, including civilian casualties and violations of international law. The lack of transparency and accountability surrounding these strikes has fueled calls for a thorough investigation and disclosure of the military’s targeting procedures.
The international community’s response to the U.S. military strikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean underscores the need for a comprehensive review of the legality and ethical implications of such actions. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains crucial for all parties involved to uphold international standards and respect human rights in the pursuit of combating illicit activities at sea.
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References:
1. Fox News: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/bipartisan-senators-call-hegseth-release-strike-orders-alleged-drug-boats-caribbean
2. Today: https://www.today.com/video/un-condemns-us-strikes-on-alleged-drug-smuggling-boats-251125829641
3. The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/nov/02/three-killed-in-us-military-strike-on-alleged-drug-vessel-in-the-caribbean
4. Reuters: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivwFBVV95cUxNMkxGak80XzZCQ3c1SVV3SHpGME9rN3ZtSGZUWHRneXFXdGtveEFIZG42djQ5T0NZaDFxUksydmhpcGNkRWloX2J5NHU1ODBETWZIaU9DeTNsUHFQUlFCVHZNUDY1bm9jb21aNmpONEtRVFNEalN1aFlRUnBKbFZyRjlVZ3BzZjk2XzLR0FlUFllSHlKRFAybHZuVkUzVmw4NGZNYk1CU3p5cnlscEl2R21DMG04WHVHSmYxVnUwOA?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en
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