Pentagon Signals Expanded Operations in Latin America

The Pentagon announced that its ongoing operations targeting Latin American drug cartels, known as Operation Southern Spear, are set to continue indefinitely and potentially expand to include ground forces. This escalation, led by Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense Joseph Humire, has raised concerns among Democrats regarding unclear goals and potential violations of international law. The administration’s aggressive approach to combating drug trafficking is also occurring amidst a larger air war over Iran, potentially straining military resources.

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