Four killed in latest US strike on alleged drug vessel near Venezuela

In a recent US strike near Venezuela, four individuals were killed on a vessel allegedly involved in drug trafficking. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the attack, stating it was in response to a vessel transporting narcotics to the US. These strikes have drawn criticism for potential breaches of international law, with concerns raised over evidence and the legal justification for such actions. President Trump's administration is positioning these strikes as self-defense in an armed conflict against drug cartels, suggesting the US may continue using military force in such operations.