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News in English (USA) / 08.09.2026 / 17:00

US Forces Target Ecuadorian Drug Trafficking Operations in the Pacific

US military forces have intensified their efforts against drug trafficking in the Pacific by sinking a series of vessels allegedly linked to Ecuadorian cartels, including the notorious Los Choneros terrorist organization. Recently, multiple refueling stations and boats thought to support narco-terrorism have been destroyed, with authorities claiming these operations are part of a coordinated anti-drug initiative with Ecuador. The US Southern Command confirmed that these actions aim to disrupt drug smuggling routes and enhance regional security.
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