Pentagon defends Latin America cartel alliance amid Hegseth censure over alleged executions

US Defense Secretary Hegseth faces a censure motion with eight accusations, including alleged extrajudicial executions during high-seas operations against cartels, while the Pentagon defends its alliance with Latin American partners. The claims are unverified and likely politically motivated, but the censure could signal a shift in US counter-narcotics posture. The outcome is uncertain and may affect regional security cooperation.

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