US strikes on Latin American 'drug boats': What do we know, and are they legal?
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The US has carried out a series of strikes on boats in the Caribbean Sea, killing multiple individuals accused of being drug traffickers. The strikes were announced by President Donald Trump, who claimed that the vessels were operated by the Tren de Aragua cartel and carrying drugs bound for the US. However, some experts have questioned the legality of these actions, citing international law. The US is not a signatory to the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, but its military's legal advisors say they should act in accordance with the convention. The strikes have been condemned by some Latin American leaders, who claim that the vessels were not Venezuelan as claimed by the White House. Experts argue that the use of lethal force may be unlawful under international law.
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