Survivors Attempted to Reboard Vessel Before Second Attack

Two survivors of a U.S. military strike on a drug-carrying vessel attempted to return to their boat before it was hit again, reportedly trying to salvage drugs. The strike, which occurred on September 2, has faced bipartisan scrutiny, with allegations that it may constitute a war crime if survivors were targeted. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claims the follow-up strike was legally justified, while critics argue it lacked congressional approval. Congressional testimony from Admiral Mitch Bradley is expected to include video evidence of the operation.

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