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Allegations Surface of U.S. Forces Targeting Survivors

12/2/2025

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The Washington Post reports allegations that United States Special Operations Forces (U.S. SOF) conducted a second strike to eliminate survivors near Trinidad, ordered by Admiral Frank "Mitch" Bradley under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Survivors were reportedly left in the water after the initial strike near Trinidad.
The Defense Department's Law of War Manual prohibits targeting incapacitated individuals.
The Pentagon has initiated a review.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denies any wrongdoing.

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The Washington Post reports allegations that United States Special Operations Forces (U.S. SOF) conducted a second strike to eliminate survivors near Trinidad, ordered by Admiral Frank "Mitch" Bradley under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Survivors were reportedly left in the water after the initial strike near Trinidad.
The Defense Department's Law of War Manual prohibits targeting incapacitated individuals.
The Pentagon has initiated a review.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denies any wrongdoing.