SOUTHCOM restructures command to unify Western Hemisphere drug operations
SOUTHCOM replaces Joint Task Force with unified Western Hemisphere command for consolidated drug operation authority.
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US Military Drug Trafficking Operations
Ongoing campaign of US military strikes targeting alleged drug traffickers in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, conducted in coordination with Latin American allies. Operations have resulted in significant casualties, with ongoing concerns about civilian impacts and legal oversight.
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2026-08-11 to 2026-11-08 · UTC publication dates
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Congressional scrutiny intensifies over military targeting procedures
Oversight escalates as civil rights groups and Congress challenge military targeting authority and procedures.
Military campaign death toll climbs to 227 in 68 strikes
Military campaign death toll reaches 227 across 68 strikes since September 2024.
U.S. Treasury sanctions 15 individuals in Ecuadorian drug smuggling network
U.S. Treasury sanctions 15 individuals in Ecuadorian drug smuggling network operating from Manta.
Pentagon to examine military boat strike targeting procedures
Pentagon inspector general reviews boat strike targeting procedures amid legal and congressional challenges.
US establishes joint task force, expands military partnerships across Latin America
US formalizes regional military partnerships through joint task force and bilateral cooperation agreements.
Military campaign death toll surpasses 210 in Pacific and Caribbean operations
Military campaign death toll exceeds 210 with ongoing strikes across Latin American waters.
Colombia challenges U.S. boat strike strategy as diplomatic tensions rise
Colombia challenges effectiveness of U.S. military boat strike strategy against drug cartels.
Pentagon to review targeting procedures as senators demand unedited video release
Pentagon inspector general reviewing targeting procedures while senators demand unedited boat strike videos be released.
Military drug operations death toll reaches 211 since September
Death toll from military drug operations reaches 211 following eastern Pacific strike.
Eastern Pacific and Caribbean emerge as critical drug trafficking corridors
Eastern Pacific and Caribbean waters remain primary drug trafficking routes for international smuggling networks.
Pentagon reviews targeting procedures as legal scholars question boat strike legality
Pentagon reviews targeting procedures amid legal challenges to boat strike operations.