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April 25, 2026

U.S. military strikes alleged drug boat in Pacific, killing 2

  • The U.S. military launched a strike on a boat in the eastern Pacific, killing two individuals accused of drug trafficking.
  • This operation is part of a broader campaign that has resulted in at least 183 deaths since September, targeting vessels along known smuggling routes.
  • President Trump has framed these strikes as necessary actions in an 'armed conflict' with drug cartels, despite legal concerns raised by critics.