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U.S. Sinks Los Choneros Refueling Vessel, Fifth in Two Weeks

9/8/2026

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U.S. forces sank a floating refueling vessel linked to Ecuador’s Los Choneros gang.
Southern Command said it was the fifth U.S. target in less than two weeks.
Interior Minister John Reimberg stated the vessels served as refueling points for drug-smuggling speedboats.
Relatives claim the crew were fishermen and no drugs were found on the boats.
At least 227 people have died in 68 U.S. strikes on drug-related vessels, sparking legal criticism.

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U.S. forces sank a floating refueling vessel linked to Ecuador’s Los Choneros gang.
Southern Command said it was the fifth U.S. target in less than two weeks.
Interior Minister John Reimberg stated the vessels served as refueling points for drug-smuggling speedboats.
Relatives claim the crew were fishermen and no drugs were found on the boats.
At least 227 people have died in 68 U.S. strikes on drug-related vessels, sparking legal criticism.