U.S. Forces Sink Narco-Terrorist Vessel in Eastern Pacific, Killing Four
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a decisive military operation conducted on December 17, 2025, the Joint Task Force Southern Spear executed a lethal strike against a narco-terrorist vessel navigating a well-known drug trafficking corridor in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. The operation resulted in the deaths of four male militants linked to a designated terrorist organization, according to a statement released by the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM).
The strike took place in international waters, underscoring the U.S. commitment to disrupting illicit narcotics flows and terrorist activities far from American shores. The Department of War confirmed that no U.S. personnel were harmed during the engagement, which was authorized by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth following intelligence verification of the vessel’s mission.
Joint Task Force Southern Spear, established to unify Navy, Coast Guard, intelligence, and special operations assets, has been actively targeting time-sensitive threats at sea since September 2, 2025. This latest action brings the total casualties from these operations to 98, with no reported injuries to American forces, highlighting the precision and effectiveness of the task force’s approach.
“This operation demonstrates our continued resolve to combat narco-terrorism and protect international maritime security,” SOUTHCOM stated in its announcement. The task force’s ability to rapidly identify and neutralize threats along critical drug routes in the Pacific is a key element of broader U.S. efforts to disrupt transnational criminal networks.
While the Pentagon has not disclosed the identities of the four militants or the specific terrorist group involved, the operation aligns with ongoing U.S. military and law enforcement initiatives to combat narcotics trafficking and terrorism. The Department of Defense continues to coordinate closely with agencies such as the U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement to address the complex nexus of drug smuggling and terrorism.
Secretary Hegseth, who authorized the strike, has emphasized the importance of leveraging intelligence and joint capabilities to disrupt these networks before they reach U.S. borders. The lethal kinetic strike reflects a strategy of proactive engagement designed to safeguard regional stability and national security.
Experts note that the Eastern Pacific remains a critical transit zone for narcotics destined for the United States and other markets. By targeting vessels operated by narco-terrorist groups, U.S. forces aim to dismantle the financial and operational infrastructure that sustains both drug trafficking and terrorist activities.
For more information on U.S. military operations and narcotics interdiction efforts, visit the U.S. Southern Command website. This latest strike underscores the ongoing commitment of American forces to combat threats in the maritime domain, ensuring the safety of international waters and the security of the homeland.
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