U.S. military watchdog probes strikes on alleged drug boats: reports
The U.S. military's operation targeting alleged drug boats is under investigation for its legality following numerous civilian casualties. The Pentagon's independent watchdog is examining whether proper protocols were followed during these strikes, which have resulted in at least 192 deaths. Critics argue that the attacks may constitute extrajudicial killings, as evidence linking the vessels to drug trafficking remains unsubstantiated.
- ▪The Pentagon's independent watchdog is probing the legality of the U.S. military's operation targeting alleged drug boats.
- ▪The operation has reportedly killed at least 192 people since its inception in September last year.
- ▪Legal experts suggest the strikes could amount to extrajudicial killings due to the targeting of civilians.
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The Pentagon's independent watchdog is probing the legality of the U.S. military's widely criticised operation targeting alleged drug boats that has killed at least 192 people, U.S. media reported on Monday (May 18, 2026).President Donald Trump's administration began striking vessels in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific Ocean in September last year, insisting it is effectively at war with what it calls "narco-terrorists" operating out of Latin America. U.S. says three killed in boat strike as campaign toll hits 185Extrajudicial killingsBut legal experts and rights groups suggest the attacks could amount to extrajudicial killings because they have apparently targeted civilians who do not pose an immediate threat to the United States.Trump's administration has also not provided definitive…
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