US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has sought to clarify his role in a controversial military operation in the Caribbean, distancing himself from potential human rights violations. Following airstrikes on a drug-smuggling vessel, a second strike on survivors prompted concerns about legality and adherence to international law.
Hegseth pointed to Admiral Frank M. Bradley as the decision-maker responsible for the follow-up action, emphasizing that he had authorized initial strikes but did not witness the aftermath. This incident has drawn bipartisan scrutiny from Congress, with President Trump expressing hesitations regarding the second strike.
Amidst this turmoil, a family in Colombia has lodged a formal complaint with the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, claiming the killing of a relative during the strikes was unlawful. This complaint highlights the ongoing tensions and ethical challenges surrounding US military operations abroad, particularly in the context of drug-related violence and human rights accountability.
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