Eastern Pacific Ocean

The Eastern Pacific Ocean is the site of ongoing US military operations targeting vessels suspected of drug trafficking. US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) has announced multiple lethal strikes in recent days, resulting in numerous deaths. These strikes are part of a broader campaign against alleged narco-traffickers, with the US military claiming the targeted vessels were engaged in drug-trafficking operations along known routes. The US military often releases social media posts with videos of the strikes, but rarely provides evidence to support its claims of drug-trafficking. These actions are newsworthy due to the frequency of the strikes, the resulting fatalities, and the lack of transparency regarding the justification for the use of lethal force. The operations highlight the US military's continued involvement in combating drug trafficking in the region and raise questions about due process and potential collateral damage.