In a significant move against drug trafficking networks, the United States has launched a new military operation targeting what officials describe as narco-terrorists operating throughout the Western Hemisphere.
Major Announcement from US Defense Secretary
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the important revelation on Thursday through a social media post. He confirmed that President Trump ordered the military action and the Department of War is now executing the mission.
The operation, named Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, represents a coordinated effort to address the growing threat of drug-related terrorism affecting the United States and its neighbors.
Mission Objectives and Leadership
According to Secretary Hegseth, the operation will be led by Joint Task Force Southern Spear under the command of US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM). The mission has three primary objectives that focus on homeland security and regional stability.
The first goal involves defending the American homeland from external threats. The second objective targets the removal of narco-terrorist elements from the Western Hemisphere. The third aim centers on securing the homeland from dangerous drugs that have been causing numerous fatalities among American citizens.
Geographical Scope and Command Structure
The US Southern Command, which will spearhead this operation, holds responsibility for a vast geographical area encompassing 31 countries across South America, Central America, and the Caribbean region. This extensive coverage area highlights the operation's regional significance and the broad reach of the targeted narco-terrorist networks.
The announcement comes amid increasing concerns about the intersection between drug trafficking organizations and terrorist activities throughout the Americas. Military analysts suggest this operation represents a more aggressive approach to combating these dual threats.
While specific details about troop deployments and tactical operations remain classified, the public announcement signals the United States government's commitment to addressing what it perceives as a direct threat to national security and public health.
