On September 2, the US military carried out a second strike on a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean Sea. The attack was aimed at eliminating any survivors on board. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth allegedly gave a strict order to ensure no one survived the operation. This strikes came as part of a series of military actions targeting drug trafficking routes. The outcome was the death of all 11 individuals on the boat. Such strong actions reflect ongoing efforts to combat drug smuggling by sea.