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military conflicts Feb 21, 2026, 12:44 PM
U.S. military kills three alleged narco-terrorists in Pacific strike - The U.S. military strike on February 20, 2026, killed three alleged narco-terrorists in the eastern Pacific.
- This was the fourth strike by U.S. Southern Command within the week against suspected drug vessels.
- These operations emphasize the military's commitment to disrupting dangerous drug-trafficking networks.
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military conflicts Feb 21, 2026, 5:48 AM
US military kills three suspected narco-terrorists in Caribbean airstrike - U.S. military conducted an airstrike in the Caribbean on February 23, 2026, killing three suspected narco-terrorists.
- The operation is part of a broader campaign against drug trafficking that has resulted in over 150 deaths since September 2025.
- Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these military strikes, raising concerns about civilian casualties and the approach to drug trafficking.
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military conflicts Feb 21, 2026, 2:55 AM
U.S. military strikes alleged drug boat, claims three lives - The U.S. military struck an alleged drug trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific, killing three individuals.
- This strike is part of ongoing military operations against boats suspected of drug trafficking since September.
- The strikes have faced criticism regarding their legality and transparency from members of Congress.
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military conflicts Feb 21, 2026, 2:26 AM
U.S. military records rising death toll amid drug trafficking strikes - The U.S. military reported a strike that killed three people on a vessel accused of drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific.
- This strike is part of the Trump administration's ongoing military campaign against drug cartels, raising the death toll to 148 in recent months.
- Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these strikes, highlighting that fentanyl is mainly trafficked over land from Mexico.
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military conflicts Feb 21, 2026, 2:26 AM
U.S. military kills three in latest eastern Pacific drug trafficking strike - The U.S. military conducted a strike on a drug trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing three individuals.
- This operation is part of a larger campaign that has resulted in at least 148 deaths since early September.
- The legality and effectiveness of the strikes have been questioned by critics amid concerns regarding drug trafficking methods.
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military conflicts Feb 18, 2026, 5:31 PM
US military strikes drug vessels, leaves 11 dead - The US military executed airstrikes against three vessels suspected of drug trafficking, resulting in 11 fatalities.
- Since September 2025, US strikes against alleged traffickers have led to a total of 145 deaths.
- The incidents highlight the US government's aggressive stance against drug traffickers, raising ethical and legal concerns.
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military conflicts Feb 17, 2026, 6:53 PM
US military airstrikes kill 11 in drug boat operations - Strikes targeted three boats linked to drug trafficking in the eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
- The operation is part of a series of military actions that have killed 145 individuals connected to narcoterrorism since September 2025.
- Controversy surrounds the legitimacy of these strikes and the implications for US foreign policy in the region.
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military conflicts Feb 17, 2026, 6:20 PM
Military strikes kill 11 alleged drug traffickers in the Pacific and Caribbean - On February 16, 2026, U.S. Southern Command launched strikes on three alleged drug smuggling boats.
- Eleven individuals were killed in these operations, referred to as 'male narco-terrorists.'
- The strikes have drawn significant criticism for their legality and potential impact on U.S.-Venezuela relations.
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military conflicts Feb 6, 2026, 12:46 AM
US military kills two suspected narco-terrorists in drug trafficking strike - The U.S. military executed a strike targeting a drug-trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific, killing two suspects.
- This strike is the second of 2026 and part of a series of operations that have resulted in numerous deaths since September 2025.
- The military campaign against drug trafficking is controversial, drawing criticism regarding its legality and humanitarian impact.
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military conflicts Jan 12, 2026, 10:48 AM
China deploys aircraft carrier in strategic naval maneuver - Satellite imagery shows the CNS Fujian aircraft carrier departing Yuchi Naval Base.
- The Chinese military aims to counter US naval operations with a fleet expansion plan.
- The deployment of the Fujian highlights the increasing military capabilities and ambitions of China.
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military conflicts Dec 16, 2025, 3:36 AM
U.S. military kills eight in strikes on alleged drug boats - On December 15, 2025, the US military executed strikes against three vessels accused of drug trafficking, resulting in eight deaths.
- This operation is part of a larger military campaign targeting over 20 drug vessels in both the Caribbean and Pacific Oceans since September.
- The actions have drawn criticism from lawmakers and raised questions regarding their legality under international law.
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politics Dec 15, 2025, 4:46 PM
Trump declares fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction - President Donald Trump signed an executive order designating illicit fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction, citing its dangers.
- The order outlines strategies for federal agencies to intensify investigations, impose sanctions, and potentially use military resources against drug cartels.
- This declaration marks a significant escalation in the U.S. government's approach to the fentanyl crisis and its associated national security threats.
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military conflicts Dec 5, 2025, 5:51 PM
US military kills four in drug boat strike amid war crimes allegations - The US military struck an alleged drug boat on December 4, 2025, in the eastern Pacific Ocean.
- This marked the 22nd vessel destroyed by the military under suspicion of drug trafficking.
- The incident has led to accusations of war crimes against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth due to a previous related command.
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military conflicts Dec 5, 2025, 1:52 AM
U.S. military strikes drug boat, raising death toll in controversial campaign - The U.S. military conducted another strike against a suspected drug trafficking boat, increasing tensions surrounding military operations.
- This recent attack resulted in four fatalities, contributing to a total death toll of at least 87 people in the campaign.
- The ongoing strikes raise serious legal and ethical questions among lawmakers and experts regarding military engagement protocols.
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science Dec 3, 2025, 12:50 AM
Astronomers warn renewable energy project threatens vital observatory in Chile - Thirty prominent astronomers issued a letter warning about a new renewable energy complex's threat to astronomical observations.
- The proposed site is located just 3 kilometers from the Paranal Observatory, a significant center for astrophysical research.
- The impact of the project could extend beyond national borders, affecting global astronomical research and knowledge.
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military conflicts Dec 1, 2025, 1:09 AM
US senators question Trump administration's military actions against drug boats - A bipartisan group of US senators has requested a legal review of military strikes against alleged drug cartel boats.
- Concerns arise over a potential war crime following claims of orders to kill survivors from earlier attacks.
- Senator Tim Kaine emphasizes the need for congressional approval before military actions against Venezuela.
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science Nov 18, 2025, 1:24 PM
Scientists uncover ancient megastructure beneath Easter Island - A team of geologists discovered unusual mantle behavior beneath the Nazca Plate near Easter Island.
- The slow-moving mantle region is believed to originate from an ancient seafloor that sank around 250 million years ago.
- This research helps enhance models of tectonic plate movement and offers new insights into Earth's geological past.
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military conflicts Nov 16, 2025, 10:31 PM
U.S. military strikes on drug boats raise concerns and controversy - The U.S. military has conducted 21 strikes on alleged drug boats since September 2, 2023.
- A recent strike in the eastern Pacific resulted in three deaths and has sparked controversy in Congress.
- Critics argue these military actions may not effectively reduce drug overdoses in the U.S., raising concerns about administration claims.
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