US military kills two alleged narco-terrorists in latest Eastern Pacific strike on drug-trafficking vessel
The U.S. military conducted a lethal strike on a drug-trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific, resulting in the deaths of two alleged narco-terrorists. This operation is part of a broader anti-cartel campaign that has reportedly killed at least 207 individuals since its inception in September. No U.S. personnel were injured during the strike, which was directed by SOUTHCOM commander Gen. Francis L. Donovan.
- ▪The strike occurred on June 3, 2026, targeting a vessel involved in drug trafficking.
- ▪SOUTHCOM confirmed that the vessel was operating along known narco-trafficking routes.
- ▪This operation is part of a campaign that has resulted in over 200 deaths since September.
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Organized Crime US military kills two alleged narco-terrorists in latest Eastern Pacific strike on drug-trafficking vessel The strike brings the death toll from the Trump administration's anti-cartel campaign to at least 207 since September By Michael Sinkewicz Fox News Published June 3, 2026 10:20pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video US SOUTHCOM conducts lethal strike on boat operated by Designated Terrorist Organizations On June 3, 2026, US Southern Command conducted a lethal strike on a vessel transiting along a known narco-trafficking corridor in the Eastern Pacific. (@Southcom via X) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The U.S.
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