The United States’ expanding anti-cartel military campaign has reached a grim milestone. According to official military data, at least 148 people have been killed across 43 separate strike operations in the Caribbean Sea and Eastern Pacific Ocean since September under the administration of Donald Trump. The latest strike, confirmed by US Southern Command, took place on February 20, 2026. Officials say the targeted vessel was moving along known narcotics trafficking corridors and was allegedly involved in active drug transport operations. The strike reportedly killed three individuals aboard what authorities described as a “narcoterrorist” vessel. WATCH
21 February,2026 06:57 PM IST
A fresh US military strike in the Caribbean has left three people dead after American forces targeted what officials described as a suspected drug trafficking vessel. The operation, carried out by US Southern Command, involved a lethal missile strike that completely destroyed the boat, marking another major escalation in Washington’s expanding military campaign against narcotics routes across Caribbean and Pacific waters. Authorities say the vessel was part of cartel-linked trafficking networks, but no publicly released evidence has confirmed the identities of those killed or the alleged cargo onboard. Footage released by US officials captures the exact moment of impact, showing a massive explosion that obliterated the vessel within seconds. WATCH
15 February,2026 03:03 AM IST
In the heart of the Mediterranean and now shifting toward the Persian Gulf, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, is on the move. As of February 13, 2026, the Pentagon has officially ordered this nuclear-powered titan to the Middle East, a decision that significantly escalates the American military footprint in an already volatile region as President Trump issues the 30-day ultimatum regarding Iran's nuclear program
14 February,2026 01:03 AM IST
In a decisive pre-dawn operation, U.S. forces moved swiftly to intercept and secure the tanker M/T Sophia in international Caribbean waters, marking a major escalation in Washington’s crackdown on illicit maritime networks operating beyond the reach of global sanctions. According to U.S. Southern Command, the vessel, identified as a stateless, sanctioned tanker linked to sanctions-evasion routes involving Russia, Iran and Venezuela was apprehended before first light through a coordinated effort involving the U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Defense, and Homeland Security agencies. The operation was carried out without incident. WATCH
19 January,2026 01:35 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
