Conflict● ElevatedSep 20 · Sep 20, 2026, 7:11 AM
US military says four killed in strike on suspected drug-trafficking boat in Caribbean
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from EuroNews [en] · South America
The US has moved to clamp down on drug-smuggling routes under US President Donald Trump, who has pledged to "wage war" against drug cartels.
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