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U.S. Military Interdicts Suspected Drug Vessel in International Waters, Kills One
A U.S. military strike hit a vessel officials described as involved in drug trafficking, killing one person and leaving two survivors at sea. The strike marked the 58th such action against boats accused of smuggling.
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A U.S. military strike on a vessel described as a narco-trafficking boat killed one person and prompted a rescue operation for the two survivors. The strike was the 58th conducted by U.S. forces against vessels accused of smuggling drugs.
News reported that the operation targeted what officials called a narco-trafficking vessel. The New York Times stated that two survivors remained at sea after the attack in the Pacific.
A rescue mission was launched for the two survivors following the strike. No further details on the identities of those aboard or the exact location were provided in the reports.
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