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Pentagon’s internal watchdog to probe U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats
The Pentagon’s inspector general has opened an inquiry into U.S. airstrikes on alleged drug boats, examining whether the DoD’s standard six-step process was followed before lethal strikes in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific. The probe covers how targeting decisions were made and whether procedures for lethal force were observed. NBC News notes the investigation centers on Southern Command’s targeting of nearly 60 small boats in the campaign against drug cartels, with the office reviewing intelligence used and other operation aspects. Bloomberg likewise states the watchdog will assess adherence to targeting guidelines amid claims the attacks were illegal. Disagreements over legality are reported by NBC, according to its summary.
The coverage flags potential consequences for U.S. military targeting practices and accountability, citing the inspector general’s review of Southern Command’s strikes and the broader debate over legality and procedure in the campaign against drug cartels.
Defense Watchdog Will Probe US Attacks on Boats in the Caribbean
The Pentagon’s internal watchdog will investigate whether US boat strikes in the Caribbean followed targeting guidelines, amid claims from outside groups that the attacks were illegal.
Pentagon’s internal watchdog to probe U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats
WASHINGTON — The Defense Department’s inspector general said Monday that it’s investigating U.S. Southern Command over its targeting of alleged drug-smuggling boats in the military ’s campaign against drug cartels, which some critics have argued is illegal. Southern Command has targeted nearly 60 small boats the.
Defense department watchdog opens inquiry into US airstrikes on alleged drug boats
Officials will determine if standard process was followed before lethal strikes in Caribbean and eastern Pacific Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email The Pentagon’s internal watchdog has opened an investigation into whether US military commanders followed proper procedures when conducting boat strikes in.