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US launches fifth strike on alleged Pacific drug boat, killing three in a week
The US conducted its fifth strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the Pacific within a week, killing three. This brings the total fatalities from US military strikes on such vessels to at least 177.
Continuous Strikes on Pacific Drug Boats
The United States has carried out its fifth strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the Pacific within a week, resulting in three additional deaths, military officials announced. This brings the total number of individuals killed in US military strikes on suspected drug vessels to at least 177.
US Southern Command's Announcement
US Southern Command stated on X (formerly Twitter) that it conducted a 'lethal kinetic strike on a vessel operated by Designated Terrorist Organizations' in the eastern Pacific. The command did not specify the name of the alleged group. This attack appears to be part of ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.
*Source: The Guardian World (2026-04-16)*
