Escalation: US Military's Triple Strike in Eastern Pacific

The US military conducted three strikes in the Eastern Pacific against drug-carrying boats, resulting in 14 deaths and one survivor. This marks an escalation in the frequency of the strikes, which started in September. Mexican authorities coordinated the rescue of the lone survivor.

The US military has upped its efforts against drug trafficking with three strikes in the Eastern Pacific on Monday, resulting in 14 deaths and one survivor.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the operations on social media, signaling an increased tempo of military action that commenced in September.

Mexican search and rescue authorities took charge of the lone survivor's rescue, though it's unclear whether they will remain in Mexican custody or be transferred to the US.

(With inputs from agencies.)