Defense Secretary Hegseth Declines to Commit to Releasing Full Video of Caribbean Boat Strike

The New York Times • 10 Dec 03:32

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth briefed congressional leaders on the U.S. military's September 2 boat strike in the Caribbean, facing calls for transparency and scrutiny over the operation's legality.

Yahoo News Canada • 09 Dec 16:40

The United States has conducted military strikes on vessels suspected of drug trafficking from Venezuela, leading to significant casualties and prompting debates over the legality and effectiveness of such actions.

The New York Times • 08 Dec 21:30

President Trump has deferred the decision to release footage of a controversial second strike on a suspected drug-smuggling boat to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, amid legal and ethical concerns.

Yahoo • 07 Dec 13:00

Recent U.S. military operations targeting alleged drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean have sparked debates over their legality and the extent of presidential immunity.

CBS News • 07 Dec 00:31

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated the Pentagon is reviewing the release of video footage from a September 2 operation targeting an alleged drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean, amid scrutiny over a second strike that killed two survivors.

CBS News • 05 Dec 23:42

Lawmakers scrutinize the legality of a second U.S. military strike on a suspected drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean, which resulted in the deaths of survivors from the initial attack.

CNN • 05 Dec 22:02

A U.S. military operation targeting a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean has sparked debate over its legality and adherence to international law.

CBS News • 04 Dec 15:10

Congressional leaders scrutinize a U.S. military operation that targeted a Venezuelan boat, raising legal and ethical concerns.

ABC News • 04 Dec 10:19

Admiral Frank Bradley is set to brief Congress regarding the September 2 military strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel in the Caribbean, which resulted in the deaths of 11 individuals and has raised legal and ethical questions.

CNN • 04 Dec 10:00

Adm. Frank M. Bradley is set to brief Congress on the September 2 military strike in the Caribbean that has raised legal and ethical questions.

ABC News • 04 Dec 00:24

A second U.S. military strike on a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean, which killed two survivors of an initial attack, has prompted legal and ethical questions.

AP News • 03 Dec 23:13

The Pentagon was aware of survivors following a September attack on a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean but proceeded with a follow-up strike, resulting in all 11 crew members' deaths.

Al Jazeera • 03 Dec 02:54

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth states he did not observe survivors before a follow-up military strike on a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean, amid allegations of potential war crimes.

ABC News • 02 Dec 16:33

A U.S. military operation targeting a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean Sea has sparked debate over the legality and ethics of the action, particularly concerning the treatment of survivors.

The Guardian • 02 Dec 10:10

The White House stated that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth authorized the initial strikes on a Venezuelan vessel, while Admiral Frank Bradley ordered a subsequent strike, both deemed lawful.

The Guardian • 01 Dec 14:35

President Trump supports Defense Secretary Hegseth following reports of an unauthorized second strike on a suspected drug-smuggling vessel, as Congress initiates investigations into the incident.

NBC News • 30 Nov 03:07

House and Senate committees are investigating reports of a second strike on a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean, following allegations that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered the elimination of all survivors.

The Guardian • 29 Nov 17:27

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth refutes allegations of issuing an order to kill all individuals aboard a suspected drug-smuggling vessel during a September military operation in the Caribbean.

Fox News • 29 Nov 12:21

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth refutes media reports alleging misconduct in U.S. military operations targeting suspected drug vessels in the Caribbean Sea.

ABC News • 28 Nov 22:18

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has declined to comment on reports alleging he ordered the military to kill all passengers aboard a suspected drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean Sea in September.

The Washington Post • 28 Nov 21:11

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth directed a second missile strike to eliminate survivors of a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean, raising legal and ethical concerns.