U.S. Southern Command Executes Lethal Kinetic Strike on Narco-Trafficking Vessel in Eastern Pacific, Resulting in Two Fatalities
Intelligence evaluations established the vessel’s path along recognized narco-trafficking lanes and its participation in such activities.
EASTERN PACIFIC — Joint Task Force Southern Spear carried out a lethal kinetic strike on a vessel associated with designated terrorist organizations on January 23, under directives from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.
Intelligence evaluations established the vessel’s path along recognized narco-trafficking lanes and its participation in such activities.
The strike caused two deaths among individuals designated as narco-terrorists, with one survivor leading to activation of search and rescue measures. This operation integrates into broader efforts under Operation Southern Spear to counter illicit maritime endeavors in the area.
Strike Overview
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