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flag U.S. military destroys drug-trafficking vessel in Pacific, first such strike in region.

flag The U.S. military conducted a strike in the Pacific Ocean, destroying a vessel it alleges was transporting drugs, marking the eighth such operation against suspected drug-carrying boats and the first in the Pacific. flag Officials say intelligence indicated the small boat was involved in illicit trafficking, prompting the use of force in international waters. flag No casualties were reported, and details about the vessel’s origin, cargo, or destination remain undisclosed due to operational security. flag The action reflects an expansion of U.S. military efforts to disrupt transnational drug networks, particularly those using Pacific routes.

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