US Strikes off Venezuela: Four Dead, Questions of Legality and Motive Emerge
The US military conducted another strike in the Caribbean targeting a vessel allegedly involved in narco-trafficking, resulting in the deaths of all four individuals on board, according to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. This marks the fourth such strike since September, all targeting boats the administration links to cartels designated as terrorist organizations, and occurred in international waters near Venezuela, potentially escalating tensions. Though the exact terrorist affiliation was not specified, officials claim the boat was transporting narcotics to the US, and the administration has declared an armed conflict with these cartels. Legal concerns have been raised by experts and lawmakers regarding the legality of these strikes, with officials indicating these actions will continue.
John Q. Hosedrinker