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U.S. Military's Controversial Drug Strike Raises Legal Concerns

11/29/2025

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The U.S. military conducted a follow-up strike on a Caribbean drug vessel on September 2, killing all remaining crew.
Officials acknowledged survivors from the first strike, raising legal concerns.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the strikes were lawful, but skepticism remains among U.S. defense officials and allies.
Admiral Alvin Holsey, commander of U.S. Southern Command, questioned legality and plans to resign, while the United Kingdom has halted intelligence sharing.

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The U.S. military conducted a follow-up strike on a Caribbean drug vessel on September 2, killing all remaining crew.
Officials acknowledged survivors from the first strike, raising legal concerns.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the strikes were lawful, but skepticism remains among U.S. defense officials and allies.
Admiral Alvin Holsey, commander of U.S. Southern Command, questioned legality and plans to resign, while the United Kingdom has halted intelligence sharing.