On Thursday, the US military destroyed a boat in the eastern Pacific, resulting in the deaths of two sailors. According to the US Southern Command, the vessel was operated by a designated terrorist organization and was involved in narco-trafficking activities. This strike is part of 'Operation Southern Spear,' initiated by President Donald Trump in September 2025, which has led to over 63 strikes and at least 207 sailor fatalities. The campaign has drawn significant criticism for potentially violating both international and American law, as the United Nations has stated that lethal force should only be used as a last resort against imminent threats. Critics also highlight a shift from previous US policies that focused on arresting drug traffickers rather than killing them. Notably, an earlier strike on September 2 has been flagged as potentially qualifying as a war crime due to the use of perfidy and targeting of shipwrecked survivors. The Department of Defense's Inspector General is currently investigating the legality of these military actions.