U.S. Strikes Kill 3 in Pacific Boat Attack

Another U.S. military strike in the eastern Pacific killed three aboard a boat allegedly linked to drug smuggling, pushing the death toll from such operations since September to at least 211. While officials claim the vessel was operating on known trafficking routes, no concrete evidence of drugs was presented — and a viral video shows the boat engulfed in flames. President Trump calls it an “armed conflict” against cartels, but critics question the legality and effectiveness, especially since much fentanyl enters the U.S. overland. Senators demand unedited footage, and legal experts warn a second strike on survivors may violate international law. The Pentagon’s inspector general will review targeting procedures — but not the legality of the strikes themselves. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b104489c66049ed6