Core Viewpoint - The U.S. military has intensified operations against drug trafficking in the Caribbean, with a recent incident resulting in the sinking of a drug boat linked to a recognized terrorist organization, leading to four fatalities [1] Summary by Relevant Sections Military Operations - On October 3, the U.S. Defense Secretary announced the sinking of a drug boat in international waters near Venezuela, marking the fourth such operation in September alone [1] - The U.S. military has sunk three other drug boats in the Caribbean since the beginning of September, resulting in a total of 17 deaths [1] Political Reactions - Democratic lawmakers have criticized the Trump administration for allegedly misusing military force against drug trafficking groups without credible legal justification or intelligence [1] - Venezuelan President Maduro accused the U.S. of attempting to use military threats for regime change in Venezuela and expanding military presence in Latin America [1]