US Military Strikes Colombian Drug Vessel, Leaving Several Dead at Sea

The United States Army launched a military strike against a ship linked to the illegal drug trade off the coast of Colombia, resulting in multiple fatalities at sea.

• On October 22, 2025, the United States Army targeted a vessel suspected of involvement in the illegal drug trade in the eastern Pacific Ocean, near Colombia.
• The strike is part of the United States broader strategy to combat the illegal drug trade that has been a persistent issue affecting both Colombia and the United States.
• Reports indicate that several individuals were killed during the operation, raising concerns about the implications of U.S. military actions in international waters.