美军发动袭击

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses recent military actions by the U.S. against alleged drug trafficking vessels in the Eastern Pacific, highlighting the implications of these operations on regional security and international relations, particularly with Venezuela and Ecuador [1][3]. Group 1: U.S. Military Actions - On December 17, the U.S. Southern Command reported a strike on a vessel identified as associated with a terrorist organization, resulting in the death of four individuals [1]. - The U.S. military has not provided evidence regarding the drug trafficking activities of the targeted vessel [2]. - The Southern Command indicated that the vessel was operating along a known drug trafficking route in the Eastern Pacific [3]. Group 2: Regional Reactions and Implications - The U.S. has deployed multiple naval vessels in the Caribbean near Venezuela under the pretext of anti-drug operations, which has faced strong opposition from Venezuela and several Latin American countries [3]. - Venezuela has accused the U.S. of attempting to instigate regime change through military threats and expanding its military presence in Latin America [3]. Group 3: Collaboration with Ecuador - The U.S. and Ecuador are set to conduct joint operations in Manta, Ecuador, aimed at enhancing Ecuador's capabilities to combat drug trafficking [4]. - Ecuador's President confirmed that the operation would help identify and dismantle drug trafficking routes [5]. - The U.S. previously stationed troops in Manta from 1999 to 2009 for similar anti-drug efforts, and a recent referendum in Ecuador opposed the establishment of foreign military bases [5].