September 21, 2026

US kills one man in strike in Eastern Pacific

A strike in the Eastern Pacific has killed one man and left two survivors, US military says

US kills one man in strike in Eastern Pacific
Representational photo: US Marine recruits take part in a portion of the crucible, a 54 hour grueling exercise, one of the last exercises they have to do before getting pinned as Marines at Parris Island, South Carolina, US, Apr 30, 2026. REUTERS

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Published : 27 May 2026, 03:10 PM

Updated : 21 Aug 2026, 03:47 PM

The US military said on Tuesday that it had carriedout a strike in the Eastern Pacific that killed one man and left two survivors.

"Following the engagement, US SOUTHCOM immediately notified the US Coast Guard to activate the Search and Rescue system for the survivors. No US military forces were harmed," the USSouthern Command said.

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