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- US forces intercepted and destroyed a floating refuelling station in the Eastern Pacific on September 16.
- The station allegedly supported drug trafficking operations for Ecuador's Los Choneros organization.
- US forces removed the crew and transferred them to Ecuadorian authorities after clearing the vessel.
- The refuelling station was then sunk following the operation.
- The action aimed to disrupt logistical networks supporting drug trafficking in the Western Hemisphere.
What to watch next
- Any follow-up action against the Los Choneros organization
- Whether more floating refuelling stations linked to drug trafficking are targeted
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Named United States · Ecuador · Los Choneros · Eastern Pacific · United States Armed Forces
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