The U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) announced that it struck a boat suspected of carrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea, resulting in the death of 3 people.
According to Medianews.az, official information states that intelligence obtained during the operation confirmed that the boat was engaged in drug trafficking.
Footage related to the incident has also been released.
It is reported that the U.S. military has recently increased similar operations in the Caribbean basin and the Pacific Ocean. During these interventions, the direct targeting of suspicious boats draws attention.
The events have caused controversy in the international community. Several circles describe such operations as "extrajudicial executions."
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