- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a new initiative named Operation Southern Spear.
- The mission aims to target and eliminate narco-terrorist groups operating across the Western Hemisphere.
- This announcement underscores a shift in U.S. defense policy focusing on combating drug-related terrorism closer to home.
- The operation is part of a broader strategy to ensure regional stability and security.
- Hegseth emphasizes the significance of dealing with these threats effectively to prevent their influence from spreading further.
- Details on the specific tactics and collaborations involved in Operation Southern Spear are yet to be fully disclosed.
- The initiative reflects the U.S. government’s commitment to combating narco-terrorism and safeguarding national interests.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/hegseth-announces-operation-remove-narco-terrorists-from-our-hemisphere)