U.S. Southern Command
@Southcom
"This operation is a clear and decisive reminder that SOUTHCOM is taking the fight directly to the cartels."
On August 23, under #SOUTHCOM Commander Gen. Francis L. Donovan’s direction, Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere executed a lethal kinetic strike on a low-profile vessel operating along established narco-trafficking routes in the Eastern Pacific. Confirmed intelligence revealed the vessel's active involvement in narco-trafficking. The operation killed two narco-terrorists.
"When I ordered the establishment of Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere, it was precisely for this purpose: to accelerate, synchronize, and execute lethal actions against these destabilizing narco-terrorist networks. We are committed to imposing total systemic friction on narco-terrorists – disrupting their operations, dismantling their leadership, and eliminating cartel terror across the region." Gen. Donovan said.
“Let me be clear, we will not permit narco-terrorists to operate with impunity in the Western Hemisphere, nor will we allow their deadly poison to reach American communities. This operation is a powerful demonstration of our lethal precision, overwhelming capability, and absolute resolve to protect the U.S. homeland," Gen. Donovan said.
@DeptofWar
1:21 AM · Aug 24, 2026
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Department of War
@DeptofWar
The Department of War was proud to help deliver the Freedom 250 pace car to Washington, D.C.
A HISTORIC DAY!
6:07 PM · Aug 23, 2026
https://x.com/DeptofWar/status/2091648514795155904