In a statement, the command emphasized that the operation aims to "decisively confront drug terrorists who have sown terror, violence, and corruption in the countries of the Western Hemisphere for many years."
Despite the start of the operation, details about specific objectives, the scale of actions, and expected outcomes remain unclear. It is only known that these actions are part of a broader strategy by the U.S. and its regional partners to combat international drug trafficking.
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