Event Brief
Pentagon Strikes Alleged Drug Boats, 11 Killed
Filed: Feb 19, 2026 at 3:08 AM ET
Summary: The Pentagon conducts strikes on three drug boats in South America, killing 11 as it shifts focus to the Middle East.
WHO: Pentagon
WHAT: Conducts strikes on drug boats
WHEN: Feb 17, 2026 at 2:33 PM ET
WHERE: South America
WHY: To refocus military efforts on the Middle East
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