Recent survivors of US boat strikes haven't been found, bringing overall death toll to 199
The death toll from U.S. strikes on suspected drug trafficking boats has reached at least 199, with recent survivors not being found. The strikes, initiated under the Trump administration, have faced criticism for targeting individuals who had previously survived attacks. Investigations are underway to determine if the military adhered to established targeting protocols during these operations.
- ▪The death toll includes at least 22 individuals who survived initial strikes but were later killed.
- ▪Only three people are known to have survived strikes and been rescued during the campaign.
- ▪The Pentagon's watchdog plans to investigate whether the military followed the Joint Targeting Cycle.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onRecent survivors of US boat strikes haven't been found, bringing overall death toll to 199The death toll from the Trump administration’s monthslong series of strikes on suspected drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean has risen to at least 199 people after survivors of recent attacks weren't foundByKONSTANTIN TOROPIN Associated Press and BEN FINLEY Associated PressMay 28, 2026, 6:20 PM1:26Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testifies at a Senate Appropriations subcommittee on defense hearing on the budget request for the Department of Defense, Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in…
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