Survivors of boat strike were actively continuing drug mission, admiral to tell lawmakers

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🗞️ Driving the news: The commander of a U.S. strike on a drug boat in the Caribbean in September is set to brief lawmakers on his role
• He will explain that two survivors of the attack were killed in a follow-up strike after they were seen continuing their narcotics operation

🔭 The context: The incident, which has sparked legal and ethical debates, involves U.S. military operations targeting drug traffickers in international waters
• The decision to conduct a second strike raises questions about the rules of engagement and the treatment of survivors in such scenarios

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: This event underscores the complex intersection of international law, military operations, and the war on drugs
•  It highlights the challenges of enforcing anti-trafficking measures while adhering to ethical and legal standards in military actions

⏭️ What’s next: Lawmakers will review the commander’s account in a closed briefing
• This may lead to further investigations and discussions on the legality and morality of follow-up military strikes in these situations

💬 One quote: “The survivors were still on board, and the vessel remained a legitimate target for continued action,” said Adm. Frank Bradley, U.S. military commander

📈 One stat: The September attack resulted in two survivors being killed in a subsequent strike

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