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flag U.S. military and CIA are expanding anti-drug operations in Central America and the Caribbean, raising concerns over mission creep and civilian harm.

flag In October 2025, the U.S. military and CIA are expanding their roles in counter-narcotics operations, particularly in Central America and the Caribbean, using surveillance, interdiction, and intelligence to disrupt drug trafficking networks. flag While officials frame the efforts as part of a national security strategy to reduce the flow of synthetic opioids and cocaine, concerns grow over mission creep, civilian harm, and unintended consequences such as increased instability. flag The long-term effectiveness remains uncertain, as critics argue militarized approaches fail to address root causes like poverty and demand, and call for greater transparency and oversight.

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