In its latest effort to curb maritime narcotics operations, the US military conducted its 21st strike in a matter of weeks against a suspected drug vessel, killing three people aboard. The operation, confirmed by US Southern Command, took place in international waters in the Eastern Pacific.

President Donald Trump revealed that the U.S. military has carried out its third fatal strike this month against an alleged drug-smuggling boat. The details remain limited, but the announcement underscores continued efforts to stop narcotics trafficking.

U.S. forces reportedly carried out several drone strikes on a boat off Venezuela, with the stated intent of killing any survivors. According to American officials, Special Operations Command oversaw the attacks and signaled that more could be forthcoming.