April 13, 2026

U.S. military kills five in drug trafficking strikes

The U.S. military killed five alleged drug traffickers in strikes on April 11, bringing the total death toll to at least 168 since the campaign began in September.
The military targeted boats along known smuggling routes but has not provided evidence of drug trafficking.
Critics question the legality and effectiveness of the strikes, noting that fentanyl is primarily trafficked over land from Mexico.