The U.S. military says it carried out another strike on a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three people and bringing the reported death toll from the operation to 205.
U.S. Southern Command announced the strike Saturday, saying the vessel was engaged in narcotics trafficking and operated by a designated terrorist organization. Military officials did not provide evidence to support the claim.
The strike marks the fourth such operation this week as part of an ongoing U.S. campaign targeting suspected drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific. The effort has expanded in recent months as federal authorities increase pressure on transnational criminal organizations involved in narcotics smuggling.
Video released by the military shows a small boat at sea before it is struck and engulfed in flames.
The operations have drawn attention because of the growing number of fatalities and the military’s use of direct strikes against suspected trafficking vessels. U.S. officials maintain the campaign is aimed at disrupting drug networks and preventing narcotics from reaching North America.
No additional details about the identities of those killed or the specific terrorist organization allegedly linked to the vessel were immediately released.
Businesses across the country have started receiving refunds after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that some Trump-era tariffs on imported goods were imposed improperly.
According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the first refund payments reached companies on May 12. As of last week, the agency had received applications totaling approximately $85 billion from businesses seeking reimbursement for duties paid under the invalidated tariffs.
The refunds stem from a legal challenge over tariffs imposed during President Donald Trump’s administration. While some companies that successfully challenged the tariffs in court have already begun receiving payments, a recent federal court order would expand eligibility to all businesses that paid the duties, regardless of whether they participated in the lawsuits.
The Trump administration is appealing that ruling, arguing that refunds should be limited to the companies that brought the legal challenges.
Customs estimates the federal government may owe more than $166 billion to over 330,000 companies that paid the tariffs. So far, refund requests account for roughly half of that total.
The outcome of the appeal could determine whether thousands of additional businesses become eligible for reimbursement, potentially affecting billions of dollars in federal payments.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the United States is prepared to resume military strikes against Iran if ongoing negotiations fail to produce a deal.
Speaking Saturday in Singapore, Hegseth said the U.S. military remains fully capable of carrying out additional operations if necessary while diplomatic efforts continue between Washington and Tehran. He emphasized that President Donald Trump remains committed to reaching an agreement but warned that military action remains an option if talks break down.
“Our ability to recommence if necessary ... we are more than capable,” Hegseth said, adding that U.S. forces have the resources and stockpiles needed to carry out further strikes if ordered.
The comments come as negotiators work to bridge significant differences between the two countries following months of conflict and repeated military exchanges. Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, tensions remain high across the region, with recent U.S. and Iranian strikes raising concerns that a fragile ceasefire could collapse.
The Trump administration has repeatedly said it wants a deal that prevents Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon while restoring stability in the region. Iranian officials, however, continue to push for sanctions relief and other concessions as negotiations continue.
No agreement has been announced, and both sides continue to signal they are prepared for either diplomacy or renewed conflict.
In this episode, the speaker delves into the pressing issue of the Islamification of the Democrat Party and its alarming implications for the United States. With the rise of communist and Islamist ideologies within the party, the speaker warns that the country is facing a significant threat to its values and way of life. The conversation touches on the recent US military strikes on Iran, the Abraham Accords, and the importance of President Trump's efforts to pressure other nations in the Middle East to join the Accords.
The speaker also discusses the Red Green Alliance, a growing alliance between communists and Islamists that seeks to undermine Western values and promote a shared ideology of oppression and resistance. This alliance is seen as a major concern, as it exploits the poor and marginalized to mobilize armed struggle and perpetuate violence. The speaker highlights the similarities between communism and Islamism, including their shared views on the state as the ultimate authority and the suppression of individual freedoms.
The episode also touches on the recent news of a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, a woman who accused President Trump of rape, and the speaker's thoughts on the matter. Additionally, the conversation covers the rise of Islamist candidates in the US, including Adam Hama Hamawe, who is running for Congress in New Jersey's 12th district, and his connections to terrorist organizations.
As the speaker emphasizes, the Islamification of the Democrat Party is a pressing issue that requires attention and action. With the country's values and way of life at stake, it's essential to understand the implications of this growing alliance and its potential consequences. Listen to this episode to learn more about the Red Green Alliance and the Islamification of the Democrat Party, and discover why this is a critical issue that affects us all.
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