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**U.S. Strike Kills Suspected Drug Traffickers Off Venezuelan Coast, Trump Claims Terror Link**
**WASHINGTON (Oct 15, 2025):** A U.S. military strike targeted a boat off the coast of Venezuela on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of six individuals alleged to be drug traffickers, according to U.S. President Donald Trump. The announcement, made via Trump’s Truth Social platform, comes amid growing concerns internationally regarding the increasing utilization of U.S. military force outside traditional theaters of conflict.
Trump claimed the strike targeted a “designated terrorist organization” involved in narcotics trafficking, although he provided no specific evidence to support this assertion. A brief video released by Trump appears to show a vessel being struck and exploding.
The incident adds to a string of controversial actions taken by the Trump administration, including the deployment of U.S. troops domestically and the expansion of counter-terrorism operations to include targeting alleged drug-related groups.
Analysts in India are watching these developments closely, particularly in light of the U.S.’s evolving security policies and their potential implications for global stability and international law. “Such actions, especially without transparent evidence and due process, raise serious questions about the limits of U.S. power and the impact on regional sovereignty,” said security analyst, Dr. Anya Sharma, adding that the incident could “further destabilize an already fragile region, potentially creating a vacuum for other actors to exploit.” The Hindu will continue to follow this story and provide updates as they become available.
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