U.S. military strike on narco-terrorism vessel results in two deaths
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A U.S. military operation targeting a boat linked to illegal drug trafficking and terrorist organizations resulted in the deaths of two men in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Six survivors were identified following the strike and reported to the U.S. Coast Guard.
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A U.S. military operation targeting a vessel linked to illegal drug trafficking and terrorism resulted in the deaths of two men in the eastern Pacific Ocean. The strike was conducted as part of "Operation Southern Spear," which targets vessels operated by organizations designated as terrorist groups.
U.S. Southern Command, or Southcom, reported that the target was a boat used for narco-terrorism activities. According to reports from The Hill and Al Jazeera, the operation specifically targeted a vessel identified as being under the control of these designated organizations.
Following the strike, Southcom officials stated they notified the U.S. Coast Guard regarding six male survivors remaining on the boat. While the notification occurred, specific details regarding the rescue or current status of those survivors have not been released by authorities.