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US Southern Command strikes drug boat in Pacific
Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 08:22 UTC · 1 source
The United States Southern Command conducted a military strike targeting a vessel used for drug trafficking in the Pacific Ocean. The operation resulted in the destruction of the boat and the deaths of three smugglers on board. This action is part of ongoing counter-narcotics efforts by U.S. forces in the region. No further details on the specific location or assets involved were immediately released.
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Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 08:22 UTC · First reported: 15h ago