As reported by CBC News
U.S. military strikes against boats owned by those suspected of drug trafficking in the Caribbean Sea are raising concerns about their compatibility with international law.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said this, underscoring the importance of upholding legal norms in such operations.
“We are closely monitoring military operations in the Caribbean region with concern, as they violate international law.”
According to the minister, France has several overseas territories in the Caribbean region with more than one million citizens living there, so any escalation could affect their welfare and security in the region.
In this context, Paris emphasizes the need to respect international law and to avoid actions that could further aggravate the situation in the Caribbean basin.
At the same time, some allies are largely exercising restraint and awaiting further explanations of the legal assessment of U.S. actions in this context.
According to diplomatic sources, some countries have temporarily suspended sharing intelligence on ships that Washington suspects of drug trafficking to avoid using such data for military strikes.
Meanwhile, the Pentagon confirms that the United States carried out another strike against a vessel transporting drugs in the Caribbean Sea, intensifying the focus on the fight against illegal trafficking.
In light of the events, France insists on the legality of the actions and their legal assessment, while its partners continue to study all aspects of this issue and the possible consequences for the region.
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