US EditionExperts Skeptical of Legality of Trump’s Strike on Alleged Drug Boat
The strike marks a controversial use of military force against non-combatants, raising concerns about legal authorization and potential risks of civilian harm, experts say.
- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump said the U.S. military struck a Venezuelan drug boat in the Caribbean Sea, killing 11 people and targeting Tren de Aragua members.
- In February, the administration designated Tren de Aragua as a foreign terrorist organization and in July President Donald Trump signed a secret directive authorizing Pentagon military force against some Latin American cartels.
- Legal experts warned the strike was unprecedented and possibly violated international law, while U.S. Congress has not authorized force against Tren de Aragua; Todd Huntley said designation alone doesn't permit lethal action.
- Venezuelan officials condemned the strike and Nicolás Maduro, President of Venezuela, threatened reprisals and new alliances, while around 4,500 U.S. personnel, seven U.S. warships and one nuclear-powered attack submarine are deployed or expected soon.
- Congress members, human rights groups and critics asked for investigative briefings and evidence requests, warning that doubts will persist unless future factual developments prove an imminent threat.
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