On February 13, the United States Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) reported a successful strike operation targeting a vessel involved in drug trafficking in the Caribbean. This operation was executed under the command of General Francis L. Donovan and was part of a broader initiative to combat narcotics trafficking and related terrorist organizations. The operation reflects ongoing efforts by U.S. forces to disrupt drug flows along known trafficking routes in the region.

The operation involved precise intelligence that assured military officials of the vessel's involvement in narco-trafficking activities. Aerial footage released by SOUTHCOM showcases the critical moment of the strike, illustrating the military's commitment to agile and effective responses to threats in the Caribbean. The three individuals killed were identified as narco-terrorists linked to designated terrorist organizations, highlighting the dual threat of drug trafficking and terrorism in this region.

Importantly, no U.S. military personnel were reported harmed during the operation, underscoring the effectiveness and safety of the military's tactics in hostile engagements. This incident is indicative of the U.S. military’s ongoing focus on international drug trafficking issues and reinforces its role in regional security dynamics, as it seeks to dismantle networks that facilitate the flow of illegal drugs.