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Trump Directive: US Military Authorized to Strike Cartels Outside US Borders

NewsNationSeptember 5, 20253 min117,682 views
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Trump's Directive on Cartel Operations

  • 🎯 A directive has been signed by President Trump, authorizing the US military to strike drug cartels operating deep inside Latin America.
  • πŸ“° This significant escalation in the war on cartels was revealed by The New York Times and signals a more aggressive stance against these organizations.

Military Options and Presidential Stance

  • ⚑ Defense Secretary Pete Hzv previously stated that all options were on the table regarding military action against cartels.
  • πŸ—£οΈ President Trump, when asked, emphasized the need to protect the country and stated that they are playing a tough game, with more to be said soon.
  • πŸ“ The directive reportedly targets cartels labeled as foreign terrorist organizations, including groups like the Sinaloa cartel, Carta de Lois, Trinawa, and MS-13.

International Reactions and Sovereignty Concerns

  • πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has stated she would never allow US troops to enter Mexico, citing a violation of sovereignty, though open to intel sharing.
  • 🀝 A former Mexican special services member suggested the US could conduct covert military strikes without notifying Mexican authorities, similar to past operations like the capture of El Chapo.
  • βš–οΈ This approach raises questions about international law and sovereignty while aiming to disrupt cartel operations on their home turf.
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