Rubio says US will work with allies to stop drug-trafficking as three killed in latest boat strike
Summary
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the Trump administration will work with allied countries in Latin America to stop drug trafficking, following a year of US military strikes on suspected drug boats. The US has killed at least 230 people in these strikes but is now focusing on joint operations that respect the laws of partner countries like Colombia and Ecuador.Key Facts
- The Trump administration launched unilateral military strikes against drug-trafficking boats starting in September 2025.
- At least 230 people have died in 69 US military strikes on these boats.
- The US is shifting toward joint operations with allies such as Colombia and Ecuador.
- These joint efforts will follow the laws of the allied countries in their territorial waters.
- People found on supply boats supporting drug traffickers are taken into custody by partner countries before the US destroys the vessels.
- The US military may still destroy boats if needed, depending on threat and location.
- Rubio made these remarks during a trip to South America to strengthen security cooperation with conservative leaders aligned with President Trump.
- The US calls the targets “narco-terrorists” but has not provided evidence for these claims.
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