U.S. Military Targets Suspected Drug Vessel in Pacific Offensive

The U.S. military conducted a strike against a suspected drug vessel in the Pacific Ocean, marking the first known operation in the region since a new offensive against the drug trade began. This follows increased military actions in the Caribbean that have heightened tensions with Venezuela and Colombia.

The U.S. military launched a strike on a suspected drug vessel in Pacific waters off South America late Tuesday, according to a U.S. official speaking to Reuters.

This operation represents the first Pacific deployment since a new anti-drug campaign began, which has already resulted in at least seven strikes in the Caribbean and escalated tensions with Venezuela and Colombia.

The action was initially reported by CBS News.