US Conducts Second Pacific Drug Smuggling Boat Attack Killing Three

In recent developments in the Pacific Ocean, the U.S. has conducted a second strike against a vessel suspected of drug trafficking, resulting in the deaths of three individuals aboard. These actions are part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to combat narcotics trafficking involving boats operating between the Caribbean, Venezuela, and the Pacific region. This ongoing crackdown underscores the administration's commitment to disrupting drug cartels and securing maritime routes. Meanwhile, in Ecuador, indigenous groups have organized protests and blockades in response to fuel price hikes, leading to significant disruptions in transportation and daily life. These events highlight both the challenges of narcotics enforcement in international waters and the social unrest stemming from economic pressures in Latin America.