extrajudicial killings

Recent US military operations in the Eastern Pacific, dubbed 'Southern Spear,' have resulted in the deaths of nearly 200 individuals. These strikes, targeting alleged drug trafficking boats, have led to multiple fatalities, with the most recent incidents involving the killing of two men and one person, respectively. Human rights groups have voiced significant concerns, suggesting these attacks may constitute extrajudicial killings. The campaign, which began in September, has seen dozens of strikes. The ongoing nature and high death toll of these operations, coupled with the allegations of extrajudicial killings, make them a current point of concern for international human rights organizations, highlighting the potential for unlawful killings outside of due legal process.