02.01.2026 13:12
The U.S. military targeted two boats as part of drug enforcement operations in the Eastern Pacific. According to a statement from U.S. Southern Command, a total of 5 people were killed in the attack on the boats that were allegedly carrying drugs.
U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) announced that five people lost their lives in an attack on two boats allegedly carrying drugs in the Eastern Pacific.
SOUTHERN SPEAR OPERATION IN ACTION
In a statement made via social media by SOUTHCOM, it was noted that the operation was carried out under the "Southern Spear Operation." It was reported that the task force was activated at the direction of U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
BOATS WERE ON A DRUG ROUTE
The statement suggested that the targeted boats belonged to organizations classified as "terrorist groups," while intelligence elements confirmed that the boats were sailing on known drug trafficking routes. No specific location information was shared regarding the area where the attack took place.
5 PEOPLE LOST THEIR LIVES
As a result of the operation, it was reported that three people on the first boat and two people on the second boat lost their lives. No statements were made regarding the identities of those who died in the attack.
NO DETAILS SHARED
The U.S. military did not provide details about the drugs seized during the operation or the structures associated with the boats. Officials emphasized that operations against drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific would continue.