The United States has carried out a strike on a vessel off the coast of Venezuela, resulting in the deaths of six people, as reported by President Donald Trump.
In a recent statement, Trump indicated that the vessel was linked to “narcoterrorists” and was actively involved in “trafficking narcotics.” This marks the fifth such operation by the Trump administration targeting vessels accused of drug trafficking in international waters. These operations have reportedly led to a total of 27 fatalities, though specific evidence or details regarding the vessels’ identities have not been officially released by the US.
The strikes have drawn criticism from some legal experts who argue they may violate international law. Neighboring countries, including Colombia and Venezuela, have also publicly condemned these actions.
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