The US military has struck another boat in the eastern Pacific, claiming it was involved in drug trafficking, resulting in the deaths of four people.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the strike on X, posting a video that shows a stationary boat exploding into flames and smoke.
A video posted by US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth shows a stationary boat exploding into flames and smoke.
The strike occurred in international waters, bringing the death toll from Washington's anti-narcotics campaign to at least 62.
A video accompanying the post showed a boat floating stationary in the water before a large explosion and subsequent fire, with areas on the boat obfuscated, making it impossible to verify the number of people on board.
Author's summary: US strikes alleged drug boat in Pacific, killing 4 people.