US kills six in strikes on two reported drug boats over weekend

Published November 10, 2025 10:26am ET



The U.S. military killed six people in strikes on two reported drug smuggling vessels over the weekend, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced on Monday morning.

There were three people aboard each vessel, all of whom were killed, Hegseth said, adding that the boats were operated by U.S.-designated terrorist organizations. He did not specify which.

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.