The UK has reportedly ceased sharing some intelligence with the US regarding suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean due to concerns over American strikes against these boats. The US has conducted numerous strikes, resulting in a significant number of fatalities, which have raised questions about potential breaches of international law. The UK, which possesses intelligence assets in the Caribbean and previously assisted the US in identifying vessels, is withholding information to avoid being complicit in actions that may be illegal. This move follows the UN human rights chief’s assessment that the strikes constitute extrajudicial killings, adding further scrutiny to the situation.
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Following the direction of President Trump, US forces conducted lethal strikes on two vessels off the coast of South America, resulting in the deaths of six individuals allegedly involved in drug trafficking. The strikes, which began in early September, have targeted vessels in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, resulting in over 70 deaths to date. These actions have drawn criticism, with the UN human rights chief condemning them as a violation of international law, and Venezuela denouncing them as illegal and aggressive. Despite the attacks, the US has not made public any concrete evidence of the targets’ activities.
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Exclusive: US intel found Israeli military lawyers warned there was evidence of Gaza war crimes, former US officials say, is a headline that sets the stage for a story many might have suspected, yet few could definitively confirm. The core takeaway, according to former US officials, is that American intelligence intercepted information suggesting internal Israeli military legal counsel had serious reservations. They were apparently concerned that some of Israel’s military actions in Gaza could potentially be construed as war crimes. This revelation, described as startling by those who were privy to it, paints a picture of doubt and internal conflict within the Israeli military apparatus itself.… Continue reading
The UN’s human rights chief has criticized recent US military strikes on vessels in the Caribbean and Pacific, alleging these lethal attacks violate international law and constitute extrajudicial killings. According to reports, these strikes have resulted in over 60 fatalities since early September. The UN is calling on the US to cease these actions immediately. Despite the criticism, the US has defended the strikes, with President Trump arguing their necessity to combat drug trafficking and that he has the legal authority to continue them.
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The White House’s legal rationale for airstrikes on boats in Latin American waters has only been shared with select Republicans. Representative Sara Jacobs has stated the strikes are “completely illegal” due to extrajudicial killings and a lack of evidence. The U.S. has conducted over a dozen airstrikes, killing at least 61 people under the pretense of targeting drug smuggling operations and “designated terrorist organizations”, primarily focused on cocaine, which officials claim facilitates fentanyl.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Tuesday that the U.S. military conducted strikes in the eastern Pacific Ocean, targeting four boats suspected of carrying drugs, resulting in 14 fatalities and one survivor. The strikes, which took place off the coast of Colombia, mark the deadliest single day since the Trump administration initiated its campaign against drug trafficking in South American waters. The attacks have escalated tensions in the region, drawing criticism from allies like Mexico, which is conducting a search and rescue operation for the survivor. Furthermore, the actions have fueled speculation that the U.S. aims to remove Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, as the administration accuses him of involvement in narcoterrorism.
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U.S. forces conducted a second strike on alleged drug-carrying vessels in the Pacific Ocean, resulting in three fatalities, as part of an expanding campaign against seaborne drug smuggling. The strikes, which follow a previous incident where two were killed, have been met with condemnation from Colombia, who described the actions as disproportionate and outside international law. The U.S. has defended the strikes, with officials stating that they target “narco-terrorists,” while also suggesting a potential expansion of operations to include land-based targets. These strikes are taking place in the Pacific Ocean, which has a higher rate of drug trafficking, and may be another part of an ongoing military pressure on the Venezuelan government.
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Putin to skip the G20 summit in South Africa over arrest fears, it seems. The news is out, and it’s got people talking, no surprise there. Honestly, it’s pretty wild to imagine someone like Putin, who commands so much power and resources, now potentially constrained by the threat of arrest. It’s a stark contrast to the image of a world leader, isn’t it?
The elephant in the room is the International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant for Putin’s arrest. This isn’t just a political snag; it’s a legal one. South Africa, as a signatory to the ICC, is theoretically obligated to act on that warrant.… Continue reading
US strikes another alleged drug cartel vessel, expanding attacks to Pacific
It’s hard to ignore the news: another alleged drug cartel vessel has been targeted by the US, this time with attacks extending into the Pacific Ocean. The immediate reaction is a mix of concern and confusion, particularly given the lack of arrests and the potential for civilian casualties. The use of phrases like “multiple homicide” in relation to the incidents is certainly jarring and prompts a fundamental question: are these truly drug traffickers, or is there more to the story? The echoes of the “war on terror” are hard to miss, with the same slippery slope of justifying actions based on vague accusations and the normalization of targeted killings.… Continue reading
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