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U.S. Southern Command Directs Strike on Vessel Linked to Drug-Trafficking in Eastern Pacific

SOUTHCOM Intelligence had confirmed the vessel was traveling along known drug-trafficking routes and was engaged in such operations. No U.S. military forces were harmed.

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Jun 19, 2026
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EASTERN PACIFIC — Joint Task Force Southern Spear struck a vessel in the Eastern Pacific on June 18, killing three men aboard, according to U.S. Southern Command.

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SOUTHCOM Intelligence had confirmed the vessel was traveling along known drug-trafficking routes and was engaged in such operations. No U.S. military forces were harmed.

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