US Military Strikes in Caribbean and Pacific Target Drug Cartels, 75 Casualties Reported

The United States, under Donald Trump, escalated military operations against drug cartels in the Caribbean and Pacific Ocean, resulting in 75 reported casualties amidst a declared armed conflict against the illegal drug trade.

• The United States Army launched military strikes in international waters targeting drug cartels in the Caribbean and Pacific Ocean, citing a direct conflict with terrorism.
• Donald Trump’s administration justified the offensive by labeling the drug cartels as terrorists, particularly focusing on operations linked to Venezuela and Colombia.
• The strikes are part of a broader strategy against the illegal drug trade, reflecting heightened tensions and military engagement from the United States in Latin America.