Cartel Boat Carrying Cocaine Taken Down by US Navy

Officials from the Dominican Republic have reported that a vessel, which was destroyed by the US Navy as part of former President Trump’s campaign against drug cartels, was loaded with over 2,000 pounds of cocaine.

The Dominican authorities managed to confiscate 377 packages from boats located 80 nautical miles off Isla Vita. This operation marks the third action by the Trump administration aimed at intercepting drug shipments to the US, according to a statement from the National Bureau of Drug Control (DNCD) in the Dominican Republic.

On Sunday, the DNCD shared video footage showing agents unloading the confiscated drug containers, some of which were labeled “male.” They highlighted that this collaboration is the first of its kind between the US and the Dominican Republic focused on combating narcotics in the Caribbean.

In response to these actions, Venezeula has expressed strong opposition, mobilizing its own navy and preparing local militias to possibly confront US forces in the region. Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro referred to the situation as “a strange and strange threat to the decline of the empire.”

Colombian President Gustavo Petro also voiced discontent regarding the recent strike on September 3, claiming that individuals onboard were “poor youth” and not major drug traffickers. Colombia remains the world’s leading supplier of cocaine, facing issues with powerful cartels and armed groups.

Thus far, all three strikes conducted by the US have taken place in international waters.

President Trump emphasized a commitment to curbing the sale of fentanyl and illegal drugs, stating that these actions aim to combat violence and terrorism against Americans.

The White House has yet to provide a response to inquiries regarding this situation.