Debate on Declassifying US Military Strike Video Intensifies

The US Senate is divided over the release of a video depicting a military strike on a drug boat that killed survivors, sparking legal and ethical debates. While some argue it proves ongoing threats, others question its legality under international law and military protocols.

A contentious video capturing a US military strike on a suspected drug-carrying vessel in the Caribbean has sparked a fierce debate over its potential declassification. The incident, which resulted in the deaths of survivors, has polarized lawmakers and raised deep ethical and legal questions.

Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton, aligning with President Trump's anti-smuggling agenda, supports the video's release, asserting it shows the survivors as threats. However, Democrats and legal experts contend the action may violate international law, as attacking defenseless survivors could be unlawful.

Connecticut Rep. Jim Himes and others have challenged Cotton's viewpoint, pointing out that survivors weren't equipped to continue hostilities. As criticism mounts over the mission and legality of its execution, the decision to release the video remains hotly debated in political and legal circles.

(With inputs from agencies.)