U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) released footage showing U.S. forces interdicting several floating refueling stations in September that were supporting drug trafficking operations in the Eastern Pacific. After the vessels were cleared and the crew disembarked, the footage depicts the boats being destroyed.
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US military intercepts drug trafficking refueling vessels in Eastern Pacific
U.S. Southern Command reported the interception of floating refueling vessels involved in drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific. The operation included clearing the vessels and subsequently destroying them.
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US military intercepts and annihilates drug trafficking refueling vessels
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US military intercepts drug trafficking refueling vessels in Eastern Pacific