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September 8, 2026

U.S. Sinks Ecuadorian Vessel Linked to Drug Trafficking

  • The U.S. military sank a vessel it claims was linked to the Los Choneros drug trafficking group.
  • This operation marks the fifth boat targeted by U.S. forces in less than two weeks.
  • U.S. Southern Command continues to dismantle drug trafficking networks in the Eastern Pacific.
  • Ecuadorian authorities have not yet commented on the latest sinking.

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