All articles tagged with #strikes
Originally Published 11 days ago — by BBC
The US military conducted strikes on vessels suspected of drug trafficking, killing five people, amid ongoing operations against narcotics smuggling in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, raising legal and ethical questions about the methods used.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Military Times
Under President Trump, US military activity surged globally with strikes in Somalia, Iraq, Yemen, Iran, the Caribbean, Syria, Nigeria, and Venezuela, aiming to combat terrorism, Iran's nuclear program, drug cartels, and protect US interests, framing these actions as part of a strategy of 'peace through strength.'
Originally Published 21 days ago — by ABC News
Ukrainian forces conducted a series of strikes on Russian territory, targeting an oil terminal, pipelines, ships, and military assets, as part of an effort to disrupt Russia's war capabilities and undermine its negotiating position, while Russia continued targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure amidst ongoing conflict.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by BBC
The US military conducted strikes on three vessels in the Pacific accused of drug trafficking, resulting in eight deaths, amid a broader campaign against narco-trafficking and tensions with Venezuela over sanctions and resource control.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by The Guardian
The US military conducted strikes on three vessels in the Eastern Pacific suspected of drug trafficking, killing eight men, as part of an escalating campaign under the Trump administration to combat narcotics, raising legal and ethical questions about the use of force.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by CNN
The US military conducted strikes on three alleged drug-trafficking boats in the eastern Pacific, killing 8 people, as part of Operation Southern Spear aimed at curbing narcotics trafficking, amid ongoing debates over the legality and oversight of these actions.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by EdSource
Teachers unions across California are considering strikes due to ongoing contract disputes over pay, benefits, and classroom conditions, inspired by recent successful strikes and coordinated campaigns, with several districts, including Los Angeles and Sacramento, facing potential walkouts.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Axios
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated he did not see survivors after a U.S. strike on a drug vessel, amid ongoing controversy over the legality and transparency of the military's actions against alleged narco-terrorists in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific, with the U.S. continuing its aggressive campaign.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Bloomberg.com
President Trump downplayed the threat to Venezuelan airspace amid US military actions in the Caribbean, including deploying Navy ships and conducting strikes on boats suspected of drug trafficking, amid concerns over legality and regional stability.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
The US military conducted two strikes against suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Eastern Pacific, killing six people, as part of a broader campaign to combat drug smuggling, with the administration claiming the authority to target and kill individuals linked to cartels without judicial review.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
The US Senate narrowly blocked a Democratic resolution to require congressional approval for military strikes in Venezuela, allowing President Trump to continue his unrestrained military actions against drug cartels and the Venezuelan government, amid ongoing debates over legal justifications and escalating tensions in the region.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Euronews.com
Ukraine has conducted overnight strikes on Russian energy facilities, including the Volgograd oil refinery and a power plant in Kostroma, as part of its strategy to target Moscow's war funding infrastructure, while Russian attacks continue on Ukrainian cities, causing casualties and damage.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
The Trump administration has conducted its 16th deadly strike on a vessel suspected of drug trafficking in the eastern Pacific, killing at least 66 people across the campaign, amid expanding US military presence in Latin America and ongoing debates over the legality and justification of these actions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC News
The US military conducted a strike on a suspected drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean, killing three individuals believed to be narco-terrorists, as part of ongoing efforts against drug trafficking in the region, with the operation being the 15th since September and raising calls for transparency from Congress.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
The US military conducted its 15th strike in the Caribbean since September, targeting vessels linked to drug smuggling, killing at least 64 people, with the latest attack killing three. The strikes are justified by the Trump administration as part of a broader effort to combat drug cartels, though lawmakers demand more transparency about the legal basis and targets of these operations.