SaralnamaUS forces struck a vessel allegedly trafficking drugs, killing three men on board. President Trump ordered the attack in international waters after US intelligence confirmed drug trafficking. This is the third such strike in recent weeks. The US Southern Command's area covers most of South America and the Caribbean. Two previous strikes killed 14 people on boats allegedly from Venezuela. Venezuelan President Maduro condemned these strikes as US aggression. Trump shared a video of the boat exploding on Truth Social. He warned against selling drugs in America and committing violence against Americans. Legal experts suggest these strikes may violate international human rights and maritime law. (Updated 20 Sep 2025, 07:21 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- US forces struck a vessel allegedly trafficking drugs, killing three men on board
- President Trump ordered the attack in international waters after US intelligence confirmed drug trafficking
- This is the third such strike in recent weeks