Key facts
- U.S. forces struck a vessel in the Eastern Pacific, killing two people.
- The Pentagon stated the vessel was involved in drug trafficking.
- This strike is part of an ongoing campaign that has resulted in over 210 deaths.
- The U.S. plans to extend offensive operations to land in Latin American countries.
- Guatemala denied agreeing to joint military operations with the U.S.
U.S. forces have carried out another strike on a vessel in the eastern Pacific, resulting in the deaths of two individuals identified by the Pentagon as drug traffickers. The U.S. Southern Command announced the operation, which targeted a low-profile vessel operating on established narco-trafficking routes. Intelligence confirmed the presence of illegal drugs on board.