US Strikes Drug-Carrying Vessel: What You Need to Know

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US Strikes Drug-Carrying Vessel

The US military has struck a semi-submersible vessel suspected of carrying illegal narcotics in the Caribbean.
The strike killed two crew members and left two survivors, who will be sent to Colombia and Ecuador for detention and prosecution.
The US has carried out several such strikes in recent months, sparking debate over their legality.

The Reason Behind the Strike

The US claims the vessel was carrying Fentanyl and other illegal narcotics, posing a threat to American lives.

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